Empowering women of South Kashmir: ESDC Balapur marks a milestone in skill development
South Kashmir, July 2025:In a significant stride towards women empowerment in Jammu and Kashmir, the Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Centre Balapur, established on 22 July 2020, has become a catalyst for change in the lives of women from Shopian and Pulwama districts. Dedicated to fostering self-reliance, skill enhancement, and economic independence, the centre is run […]
Transformative governance in J&K under LG Manoj Sinha
July 16, 2025Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is witnessing a profound transformation, often described as a “silent revolution,” under the visionary leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. Since assuming office in August 2020, Sinha has spearheaded initiatives that are reshaping the region’s socio-economic and political landscape, fostering trust in institutions, and anchoring governance in the principles […]
PAI 2.0 workshops achieve milestone success across J&K
Jammu & Kashmir, July 2025: The Panchayat Accountability Index 2.0 workshops conducted across Jammu and Kashmir have achieved remarkable success, ensuring maximum coverage and high-quality compliance through robust monitoring mechanisms. This large-scale capacity-building initiative, aimed at strengthening grassroots governance, saw active participation and coordination at all levels of the Panchayati Raj framework. The Assistant Commissioner […]
DDC Doda Harvinder Singh reviews holistic agriculture development program
Doda, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda, Harvinder Singh (IAS), chaired a pivotal review meeting on July 15, 2025, at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex to evaluate the progress of the Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP) in Doda district. The meeting focused on fostering inter-departmental coordination, […]
DC Budgam reviews Independence Day 2025 arrangements
Budgam, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat (IAS), chaired a comprehensive meeting at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex to finalize arrangements for the upcoming Independence Day 2025 celebrations. The main event is set to take place at the Sports Stadium in Budgam, […]
Kupwara terriers celebrate World Youth Skills Day 2025, felicitate local artisans
Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – On World Youth Skills Day, the Indian Army’s Kupwara Terriers honoured 15 local artisans at a special event in Hirri, Kupwara, spotlighting their exceptional talent and craftsmanship. This initiative, aligned with the global theme of “Youth Empowerment Through AI and Digital Skills,” underscored the Army’s commitment to […]
CM Omar Abdullah launches project 13 13 for women’s healthcare in Jammu
Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated Project 13 13 at National Hospital in Jammu, marking a significant milestone in providing affordable and quality healthcare tailored for women in Jammu and Kashmir. The pioneering initiative, aimed at making surgical interventions accessible, allows women to undergo surgeries for as […]
Lotus flowers bloom again in Kashmir’s Wular Lake after 30 Years: A triumph of conservation
Bandipora, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – In a remarkable ecological comeback, Wular Lake, Asia’s second-largest freshwater lake, is witnessing the vibrant bloom of lotus flowers after nearly three decades of absence. This resurgence, celebrated by locals and environmentalists alike, is a testament to the dedicated conservation efforts led by the Wular Conservation and […]
Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary assigned additional charge as Civil Aviation Commissioner
Srinagar, July 16, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has appointed Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, IAS (AGMUT:2009), as the Civil Aviation Commissioner of Jammu and Kashmir, assigning him additional responsibilities to streamline the region’s aviation sector. This decision, announced via an official order from the General Administration Department (GAD), entrusts Dr. Choudhary with overseeing critical […]
DDC Reasi approves 122 youth entrepreneurship cases under Mission YUVA
Reasi, July 16, 2025 – District Development Commissioner (DDC) Nidhi Malik chaired a pivotal meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) for Mission YUVA, approving 122 youth entrepreneurship cases to empower local youth in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative, aimed at combating unemployment and fostering sustainable self-employment, provides financial assistance and mentorship to […]