J&K LG Manoj Sinha addresses Delhi seminar on J&K’s Path to Peace, inspired by Gandhi’s vision
New Delhi, July 16, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha delivered a powerful address at a seminar titled “J&K’s March Towards Peace” in Delhi, organized by Gandhi Smriti as part of its lecture series. The event, held at Gandhi Smriti, 5 Tees January Marg, underscored the Union Territory’s commitment to fostering peace, unity, and progress, inspired […]
Greenovator and startup Kashmir sign MoU to empower youth
Srinagar, July 16, 2025: In a transformative step to bolster the startup ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir, the Greenovator Incubation Foundation (GIF), based at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Startup Kashmir Consultancy Pvt. Ltd. to deliver structured innovation and entrepreneurship programs targeting the region’s underserved […]
Srinagar: J&K government to discuss ULB, panchayat elections Post-Amarnath Yatra
Srinagar, July 16, 2025: The Jammu and Kashmir Government is set to initiate discussions on holding the long-pending Urban Local Body (ULB) and Panchayat elections after the conclusion of the Amarnath Yatra on August 9, 2025, according to senior officials. The move aims to restore grassroots democracy in the Union Territory, where the terms of […]
CM Omar Abdullah vows to transform Srinagar into a genuine smart city
Srinagar, July 16, 2025: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has reaffirmed his commitment to transforming Srinagar into an “actual” Smart City, emphasising tangible improvements in urban infrastructure, healthcare, and public services. Speaking at the inauguration of a new 120-bed building at the Bone and Joint Hospital in Srinagar on Tuesday, the Chief Minister highlighted the need […]
Srinagar: MET issues alert for heavy rainfall and flash floods in J&K
Srinagar, July 16, 2025: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has issued a critical weather advisory warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslide risks across Jammu and Kashmir from July 16–17 and July 21–23, 2025. The advisory, released on Wednesday, urges residents and authorities to remain vigilant due to potential weather-related disruptions in […]
MHA approves 20 new CRPF battalions for J&K security boost
New Delhi, July 16, 2025: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has granted in-principle approval to the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) to raise 20 new battalions, adding over 20,000 personnel for deployment in Jammu and Kashmir, according to multiple reports. This decision follows the April 22 Pahalgam militant attack and the subsequent Operation […]
PIB hosts ‘VARTA’ workshop to strengthen media-government collaboration
Srinagar, July 16, 2025: The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, Regional Office Srinagar, organized a media workshop titled ‘VARTA’ on Wednesday at the Directorate of Information & Public Relations (DIPR), Srinagar. The event aimed to foster stronger ties between media and government institutions, promoting collaborative communication, transparency, and […]
Poonch: Gursai police station holds student awareness tour and Anti-Drug Rally
Poonch, July 16, 2025: The Poonch Police, under the aegis of Police Station Gursai, organized an awareness tour and anti-drug rally to educate students and the community about the perils of drug abuse and the newly implemented criminal laws in India. The event, held on July 14, 2025, focused on promoting a drug-free society and […]
Kupwara police and GDC Tangdar organise debate & quiz on drug awareness
Kupwara, July 16, 2025: In a significant step toward combating the drug menace, the District Police Kupwara, in collaboration with Government Degree College (GDC) Tangdar, organized a Debate and Quiz Competition on Drug Addiction Awareness at the college auditorium. The event aimed to educate and empower students to take a stand against drug abuse and […]
Kulgam: DC Athar Aamir Khan chairs meeting to review AMRUT 2.0 project progress
Kulgam, July 16, 2025: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan (IAS), chaired a high-level meeting to assess the progress of ongoing AMRUT 2.0 projects in the district. The meeting, held on Wednesday, focused on evaluating the implementation of initiatives under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0, particularly the Har Ghar […]