Flash floods disrupt drinking water supply in Poonch; water tankers deployed amid power outage
Poonch, July 23,2026- Authorities have deployed water tankers across affected areas of Poonch district after a power outage triggered by flash floods disrupted the drinking water supply, leaving several localities without access to piped water. The flash floods damaged electricity infrastructure, affecting the operation of water pumping stations and interrupting the regular supply of potable water. […]
CM Omar Abdullah launches ASCEND 2026 Startup Summit in Srinagar, reaffirms J&K’s commitment to innovation
Srinagar, July 23,2026- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday inaugurated the ASCEND 2026 Startup Summit in Srinagar, reaffirming the Jammu and Kashmir Government’s commitment to building a vibrant startup ecosystem, fostering innovation, and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs and young innovators across the Union Territory. The summit brought together startup founders, entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, […]
Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra temporarily suspended due to continuous rainfall; pilgrims praise arrangements at Jammu base camp
Jammu,July 23,2026- The Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra has been temporarily suspended due to continuous rainfall and adverse weather conditions along the pilgrimage route, officials said. As a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of devotees, the daily convoy of pilgrims from Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu has also been halted until weather conditions improve. Despite […]
Government approves ₹255 crore for two Unity Malls in Jammu & Kashmir to boost local economy
Kashmir,July 23,2026- In a significant boost to the local economy and the promotion of indigenous products, the Government has approved ₹255 crore for the establishment of two Unity Malls in Srinagar and Jammu. The initiative aims to provide a dedicated platform for local artisans, handloom weavers, handicraft makers, GI-tagged product producers, and regional entrepreneurs to showcase […]
LG Manoj Sinha chairs high-level review meeting on Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra at Lok Bhavan
Srinagar, July 23,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level security review meeting with senior officials from the Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police, Civil Administration, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), intelligence agencies, and the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) to assess the security, logistics, and weather preparedness for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026. […]
Pulwama woman entrepreneur turns fish farming into a profitable livelihood, inspires rural women
Pulwama, July 23,2026- A woman entrepreneur from Tumlihall village in Pulwama district is making waves in the field of aquaculture by establishing a successful fish farming venture, emerging as a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs and rural women across Jammu and Kashmir. With determination, innovation, and hard work, she has transformed fish farming into a sustainable […]
Murti Pratishthan Divas celebrated with religious fervour at Mata Uma Bhagwati Shrine in Anantnag
Anantnag, July 23,2026- A large number of Kashmiri Pandits gathered at the historic Mata Uma Bhagwati Shrine in Brariangan, Shangus, Anantnag district, to celebrate Murti Pratishthan Divas with deep devotion and traditional religious rituals. The two-day spiritual event witnessed enthusiastic participation from devotees who took part in a series of sacred ceremonies, including Yagya, Kalash Pooja, […]