Author: News Desk Kashmir Ahead

Srinagar, June 10, 2025: In a transformative development for rural Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha expressed heartfelt gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji and Hon’ble Union Minister of Rural Development Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Ji for sanctioning 316 road projects under Batch-I of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana . With an estimated cost of Rs. 4,224 crore, this package is the largest-ever sanctioned for J&K under PMGSY and positions the Union Territory as the first among all States and UTs to receive approval under PMGSY-IV. Spanning 1,781 kilometers, the approved road projects will…

Kashmir Traders Hail Vande Bharat Trains: A Historic Step Towards All-Weather Connectivity President Traders Association, Lal Chowk, Jitender Singh said he was grateful to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for this initiative of starting Vande Bharat trains. The traders community were long awaiting this move. He said now the government should start goods train also. The Vande Bharat express trains will help boost tourism. It will solve the challenges people used to face specially during emergency when roads were shut due to rains and airfare prices used to shoot up. This initiative will help in ending that problem. There…

Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – JK Cement Ltd., a leading Indian cement manufacturer, has formalized a joint venture with Saifco Cements Pvt. Ltd., acquiring a 60% stake for ₹149.81 crore, marking its entry as the first major cement producer to establish operations in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. The strategic acquisition, completed on June 6, 2025, positions Saifco as a subsidiary of JK Cement, granting the company management control and a significant foothold in the region’s cement industry. The deal involves Saifco’s integrated cement unit at Khunmoh, Srinagar, with a clinker capacity of 0.26 million tonnes per annum (MnTPA) and a…

Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir Bank has emerged as a leader in cyber security, securing all four major awards in the Private Sector category at the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) CISO Summit & Citations 2025 in Mumbai. The summit, themed “Elevating Cyber Resilience: Protect, Adapt, and Thrive,” recognised the bank’s robust measures to protect customer data and strengthen digital infrastructure in the expanding digital banking landscape. The bank received the Cyber Security Transformation of the Year Award, Cyber Security Compliance Champion Award, Cyber Security Team of the Year Award, and a Special Prize for Cyber Security Incident…

Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir Bank has achieved a historic milestone, crossing a total business portfolio of ₹2,52,768 crore in FY 2024–25, marking a robust 10% year-on-year growth, while serving more than 2 crore accounts. The bank’s stellar performance was reviewed by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo during a high-level meeting on June 9, where he urged the bank to enhance digital banking, financial inclusion, and priority sector lending to drive J&K’s economic growth. Managing Director & CEO Amitava Chatterjee presented a detailed overview, highlighting a net profit of ₹2,082.46 crore (CAGR 31.88%) and a significant reduction in…

Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah hailed the newly launched Vande Bharat Express from Nowgam Railway Station in Srinagar to Katra as a transformative step for Jammu & Kashmir’s tourism and trade. Speaking to reporters during his journey on the high-speed train on Tuesday, Abdullah described it as “a huge blessing” for the region, emphasizing its potential to connect local products to major markets like Kanniyakumari, Patna, Kolkata, and Mumbai. The Vande Bharat Express, part of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL) project, covers the 190-km Srinagar-Katra route in just three hours, significantly reducing travel time compared…

Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – In response to heightened security concerns, the Jammu & Kashmir Police have deployed advanced facial recognition systems (FRS) along the Pahalgam route of the Amarnath Yatra to ensure the safety of pilgrims during the 38-day pilgrimage, set to commence on July 3, 2025, and conclude on August 9, 2025. This cutting-edge AI-based surveillance initiative, part of Operation Shiva, aims to counter terror threats following the devastating Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, which claimed 26 lives, including 25 tourists. The FRS, integrated with CCTV networks, has been programmed with images of active terrorists and…

Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Jammu & Kashmir is bridging decades of disparity through a steadfast commitment to people-centric governance. With a mission rooted in inclusion, LG Sinha’s administration is delivering dignity, opportunity, and growth to every doorstep, fostering a united, empowered, and hopeful Union Territory. LG Sinha’s governance model prioritises equity and accessibility, ensuring that marginalized communities and remote areas are integral to the region’s development narrative. Through initiatives like the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and widespread Information, Education, and Communication campaigns, the administration is tackling social challenges such…

Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – Guided by the resolute leadership of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Jammu & Kashmir is witnessing an era of unprecedented peace, brotherhood, and development. The region, once marred by turmoil, is now a beacon of unity and growth, with each step forward symbolizing a triumph of hope over fear and progress over destruction. Under LG Sinha’s stewardship, Jammu & Kashmir has undergone a transformative journey. His administration’s focus on inclusive governance, socio-economic development, and community engagement has fostered an environment where citizens breathe the air of harmony and opportunity. Initiatives like the Nasha Mukt Bharat…

Bandipora, June 9, 2025 – In a significant step toward creating a drug-free society, the District Administration Bandipora conducted a series of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) campaigns across various panchayats in the district on Monday. These initiatives, held under the nationwide Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drug-Free India Campaign), were spearheaded by senior officers to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and promote community-driven efforts to combat addiction. Under the direction of Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, the campaign focused on engaging local communities, particularly youth, in the fight against substance abuse. The programs emphasized the importance…