J&K LG Manoj Sinha reconstitutes Shri Amarnath Ji shrine board
Srinagar, May 19, 2025: In a significant development for one of India’s holiest pilgrimages, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has reconstituted the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board , appointing nine eminent individuals as members for a three-year term. As Chairman of the SASB, Sinha issued a notification today, May 19, 2025, at 6:20 […]
DC Srinagar inspects Bemina power station post-windstorm, assures full restoration by afternoon
Srinagar, May 19, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, conducted an on-site inspection of the Bemina Power Grid Station on Monday, May 19, to assess damage caused by a powerful windstorm that swept through the Kashmir Valley the previous evening. The storm, with gusts reaching 40–60 mph, disrupted electricity across […]
‘Chalo Kashmir’ campaign by Kolkata travel agencies aims to boost tourism after Pahalgam attack
Kashmir, May 19, 2025 – In a bold move to counter the devastating impact of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, around 100 Kolkata-based travel companies, alongside several associate agencies, have united under the ‘Chalo Kashmir’ initiative to revive tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. Spearheaded by the Travel Agents’ Association of India (TAAI), the campaign […]
Kashmir road show from Dal Lake to Pahalgam aims to revive tourism after terror attack
Srinagar/Anantnag, May 19, 2025 – A vibrant road show, comprising nearly 300 vehicles, set off from the serene banks of Dal Lake in Srinagar on Sunday, May 18, heading toward Pahalgam to send a resounding message of peace and resilience. Organized by Kashmir’s tourism stakeholders, the “Kashmir is Calling” initiative sought to revive the region’s […]
Indian Army provides relief in Poonch villages devastated by Pakistani shelling
POONCH, May 19, 2025 — In a heartfelt display of solidarity, the Indian Army has launched a door-to-door relief campaign in villages near the Line of Control in Poonch district, which were severely impacted by recent Pakistani shelling. The initiative, led by the Army’s Romeo Force, focuses on delivering essential supplies and emotional support to […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah reviews housing & urban development reorganisation
Srinagar, May 19, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar to review proposals for the reorganization of departments under the Housing & Urban Development Department. The meeting focused on strengthening institutional capacity, ensuring effective utilization of resources, and promoting long-term sustainability in urban development […]
Powerful winds wreak havoc in Kashmir valley, damaging homes, shops, and infrastructure
Srinagar, May 19, 2025 – Powerful winds, accompanied by rain, swept through the Kashmir Valley on Sunday evening, May 18, causing widespread damage to homes, shops, and public infrastructure across northern and central districts. The sudden storm, with wind speeds ranging from 35 to 45 kmph, left a trail of destruction in areas including Srinagar, […]
Children in Jammu & Kashmir return to school amid hopeful normalcy post-Operation Sindoor
Srinagar/Jammu, May 19, 2025 – Thousands of children in Jammu and Kashmir returned to school today, stepping back into classrooms after a week of closures caused by cross-border tensions sparked by Operation Sindoor. The reopening of schools in districts like Srinagar, Jammu, and parts of Poonch signals a tentative return to normalcy, though areas near […]