LG Manoj Sinha honours CIPS award winners in Srinagar, pushes for innovative governance in viksit Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar, August 22, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha felicitated the winners of the Centre for Innovations in Public Systems (CIPS) Awards at a prestigious ceremony held in Srinagar, emphasizing the critical role of innovation in achieving a developed Jammu and Kashmir. The CIPS Awards, organized in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Institute of […]
CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates ‘TRIVENI’ girls hostel at Sainik School Nagrota’s 56th Raising Day
Nagrota, August 22, 2025 – The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir today attended the 56th School Raising Day celebrations of Sainik School Nagrota, a prestigious institution under the Ministry of Defence, and inaugurated the newly constructed ‘TRIVENI’ Girls’ Hostel. The event marked a significant milestone in the school’s commitment to fostering discipline, leadership, and […]
Songs of Paradise: A cinematic tribute to Raj Begum premieres august 29 on Prime Video
Srinagar, August 22, 2025 – Prime Video is set to release Songs of Paradise, a musical drama honoring Raj Begum, Kashmir’s first prominent female playback singer and Padma Shri awardee, on August 29, 2025. Directed by Danish Renzu, the film celebrates Begum’s trailblazing contributions to Kashmiri music and her role in shaping the valley’s cultural […]
J&K launches AI-enabled study buddy under Vidya Samiksha Kendra for classes 1-8
Srinagar, August 22, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir School Education Department has introduced an innovative AI-enabled Study Buddy initiative under the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) to revolutionise learning for students in Classes 1–8. Powered by the SwiftChat App, this program aims to enhance educational outcomes through weekly assessments and personalised learning support, with a […]
Shubhanshu Shukla meets Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on ISS Mission, Gaganyaan
Kashmir, August 22, 2025 – Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to board the International Space Station (ISS), met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on Thursday, marking a significant moment in India’s journey toward human spaceflight. The meeting, held at South Block, focused on Shukla’s groundbreaking space journey, the vital […]
Bollywood actor Ali Fazal attends wedding expo in Srinagar, praises Kashmir’s hospitality
Srinagar, August 22, 2025 – Bollywood actor Ali Fazal, renowned for his role as Guddu Pandit in the hit crime thriller series Mirzapur, graced a wedding expo event in Srinagar, Kashmir, captivating attendees with his charm and enthusiasm. The event, held in the picturesque city, highlighted the region’s growing prominence as a premier wedding destination, […]
Parent-Teacher meeting at GHSS Zainapora strengthens community engagement
Shopian, August 22, 2025 – A significant Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) was convened at Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Zainapora, Shopian, under the guidance of the Director School Education, Kashmir. The event aimed to strengthen parental involvement in the teaching-learning process, fostering a collaborative environment to enhance student outcomes and teacher accountability.The grand PTM saw an […]
LG Manoj Sinha inaugurated Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025 at Dal Lake, Srinagar
SRINAGAR, August 22, 2025 — Honourable Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the historic Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025 at the iconic Dal Lake, marking a significant milestone for Jammu & Kashmir as a hub for national sports and tourism. The three-day event, organized by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and J&K Sports Council, […]
Education Minister Sakeena Itoo chairs key review meeting at Civil Secretariat in Srinagar
Srinagar, August 21, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir’s Minister for Education, Health, and Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo, chaired a significant meeting at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar to review developmental and educational initiatives. The meeting focused on enhancing the quality of education, improving infrastructure, and addressing public welfare concerns in the region.The agenda included discussions […]
Kashmir’s almond heritage wanes as apple orchards flourish
Srinagar, August 22, 2025 – Kashmir, long celebrated for its lush almond orchards, is witnessing a quiet transformation. The region’s iconic almond trees, woven into its cultural and poetic heritage, are being uprooted to make way for high-density apple orchards, driven by economic pressures, environmental challenges, and shifting agricultural priorities.Economic Pull of Apples: The shift […]