Chinar Book Festival 2025 concludes at SKICC, celebrating Kashmir’s literary spirit
Srinagar, August 10, 2025 – The second edition of the Chinar Book Festival 2025, held from August 2 to 10 at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, concluded today, celebrating Kashmir’s literary culture and fostering a vibrant reading culture among youth and book enthusiasts. Organized by the National Book Trust (NBT), India, in […]
PM Modi flags off Amritsar-Katra Vande Bharat, elevating J&K’s pilgrimage and growth
New Delhi/Katra, August 10, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the Amritsar-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Express on Sunday, marking a significant milestone in Jammu and Kashmir’s railway infrastructure and pilgrimage accessibility. The high-speed train, launched from Bengaluru’s KSR Railway Station alongside two other Vande Bharat routes, promises to enhance […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha showcases New Kashmir on Aapki Adalat
Srinagar, August 10, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, in a compelling Aapki Adalat episode on India TV, passionately defended his transformative leadership, declaring “a new Kashmir” where startups replace street violence and tourism thrives. Hosted by Rajat Sharma and judged by Retired Lieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey, Sinha addressed allegations of […]
Mega Tiranga rally at Teetwal highlights India’s patriotism
Kupwara, August 9, 2025 – In a vibrant display of patriotism and national unity, a Mega Tiranga Rally was held at Teetwal, near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district, as part of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative. The event, marked by a 1.5 km-long National Flag, saw […]
Mega Tiranga rally at LoC Teetwal celebrates national pride with 1.5 km National Flag
Kupwara, August 9, 2025 – In a vibrant display of patriotism and national unity, a massive Tiranga Rally was held in Teetwal, near the Line of Control (LoC) in Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir, as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative. The rally featured a 1.5-kilometer-long National Flag, symbolizing the unbreakable spirit of India, carried by over 3,000 participants, including students, locals, officials, and activists. […]
Historic milestone: First freight train arrives at Anantnag goods shed in Kashmir valley
Srinagar, August 9, 2025 – In a landmark achievement for Jammu and Kashmir’s connectivity, the first-ever freight train reached the newly commissioned Anantnag Goods Shed in the Kashmir Valley from Rupnagar, Punjab, on Saturday, August 9, 2025. This historic event marks a significant step in integrating the Kashmir region with India’s national freight network, promising reduced […]
Kashmir apples:Transforming glut into global leverage through strategic storage
Srinagar, August 10, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir’s apple industry, a cornerstone of India’s horticulture, is at a pivotal moment. Spanning 172,000 hectares, the region produces 2.06 million tonnes of apples annually, accounting for nearly 90% of India’s apple output alongside Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Yet, despite rising yields, a price squeeze driven by import timing […]