Legislators meet CM Omar Abdullah at Raabita office to discuss constituency concerns
Jammu, July 21, 2025: In a significant step towards addressing local concerns, several legislators met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at the Raabita Public Outreach Office in Jammu today to discuss pressing issues affecting their respective constituencies. The meeting, part of the government’s ongoing public outreach initiative, underscores the administration’s commitment to responsive and inclusive governance […]
Jammu and Kashmir surpasses national average with 82% literacy rate: PLFS 2023–24
Srinagar, July 2025 — Jammu and Kashmir has recorded a notable literacy rate of 82% among individuals aged seven years and above, outpacing the national average of 80.9%, according to the Annual Report 2023–24 of the Periodic Labour Force Survey . The report, conducted by the National Sample Survey Office , was presented recently in […]
BSF medical team: Dedicated care during Amarnath Yatra 2025
Jammu, July 21, 2025: The Amarnath Yatra 2025, commencing on July 3 and continuing until August 9, witnesses the Border Security Force (BSF) medical teams playing a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and health of pilgrims. Deployed along the arduous Himalayan routes, these teams are earning widespread acclaim for their selfless service, unwavering dedication, […]
Batch of over 3,700 pilgrims departs Jammu for Amarnath shrine amid tight security
Jammu, July 21, 2025 – A fresh batch of 3,791 pilgrims embarked on their journey to the Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Monday morning, officials reported. The 38-day pilgrimage, which began on July 3, 2025, has seen over 3 lakh devotees pay obeisance […]
3.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Kishtwar in Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu, July 21, 2025 – A 3.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir in the early hours of Monday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake occurred at 1:36 AM IST, with its epicentre near Kishtwar, located at latitude 33.17°N and longitude 75.87°E, at a depth of 10 km […]
Langar Seva at Chanderkote: Spirit of selfless service shines during Amarnath Yatra 2025
Ramban, July 21, 2025 – The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra continues to inspire devotion and unity, with the langar at Chanderkote, Ramban, emerging as a shining example of selfless service and community spirit. Pilgrims, or yatris, undertaking the sacred journey to the Amarnath Cave have expressed heartfelt gratitude for the delicious and nutritious meals […]