Raghunath bazaar bustles with Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra Pilgrims
Jammu, July 16,2026-Jammu continues to witness a steady influx of pilgrims from across the country as thousands of devotees arrive to undertake the sacred Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026. The city has transformed into a vibrant hub of spiritual activity, with pilgrims making their way to the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas before proceeding towards the […]
20th Pingla Mata Akhand Jyoti Shanti Yatra begins in Udhampur with grand religious fervour
Udhampur, July 16,2026 The 20th Annual Pingla Mata Akhand Jyoti Shanti Yatra commenced with great religious fervour from the historic Pandav Mandir in Udhampur, marking the beginning of one of the region’s significant spiritual pilgrimages. The sacred Chhari Yatra was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai Ming Sherpa, in the presence of devotees, […]
DC Akshay Labroo flags off Chinar Book Festival Shikara Rally on Dal Lake
Srinagar, July 16,2026-Â Ahead of the much-awaited 3rd Chinar Book Festival 2026, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo on Thursday flagged off the Chinar Book Festival Shikara Rally on the iconic Dal Lake, marking the official commencement of promotional activities for the literary extravaganza. The colourful rally, featuring traditionally decorated shikaras carrying festival banners and promotional material, […]
Awantipora’s Samira Jan launches J&K’s first NRLM-Supported travel agency under DAY-NRLM
Awantipora, July 16,2026-In a significant milestone for women entrepreneurship in Jammu and Kashmir, Samira Jan from Awantipora has launched the Union Territory’s first travel agency supported under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). The initiative marks a major step towards empowering rural women through sustainable self-employment and promoting entrepreneurship under the Central Government’s […]
3rd Chinar Book Festival 2026 to be held at SKICC Srinagar from July 18–26
Srinagar, July 16,2026- The picturesque city of Srinagar is all set to celebrate literature, knowledge, and culture as the 3rd Chinar Book Festival 2026 opens its doors at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) from July 18 to July 26. Organised by the National Book Trust (NBT), India, under the Ministry of Education, Government of […]
Over 5,200 pilgrims leave Jammu for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra amid tight security
Jammu, July 16,2026- A fresh batch of more than 5,200 pilgrims departed from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas base camp in Jammu on Wednesday to undertake the sacred Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, amid comprehensive security arrangements and smooth logistical support by the administration. The pilgrims left in a convoy of escorted vehicles for the twin […]
LG Manoj Sinha offers prayers at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, seeks peace and prosperity for all
Jammu, July 16,2026-Â Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday paid obeisance at the revered Holy Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Ji Shrine in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, offering prayers for the peace, health, and prosperity of the people. During his visit to the sacred shrine, the Lieutenant Governor sought the blessings of Mata Vaishno Devi […]