Shiva Devotees Overwhelmed by Darshan & Seva on First Shravan Somwar | Amarnath Yatra 2025!
Shiva Devotees Overwhelmed by Darshan & Seva on First Shravan Somwar | Amarnath Yatra 2025! The view here is amazing. There are so many people on the first ‘Somwar of Shraavan’, we cannot tell you. All the credit goes to the CRPF and those who are sevadars and engaged in serving the people. There are […]
Sakeena Itoo stresses collective action for drug-free Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar, July 21 — Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today underscored the urgent need for collective and sustained efforts to eradicate the growing menace of drug abuse in Jammu and Kashmir. She was addressing a day-long seminar titled “Drug-Free Kashmir: A Practical Step Towards a Drug-Free Society” at […]
Eco-Friendly push:Waste segregation at Amarnath Yatra 2025
Srinagar, July 21, 2025: The Amarnath Yatra 2025, which commenced on July 3 and will conclude on August 9, is setting a new benchmark for environmental sustainability through robust waste management initiatives. With thousands of pilgrims trekking to the sacred Amarnath Cave at 3,880 meters in the Kashmir Himalayas, the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board […]
Sopore’s self-taught painting artist Rauf Qayasi wins national accolade
Sopore, July 21, 2025: Rauf Qayasi, a self-taught artist and teacher from Sopore in North Kashmir’s Baramulla district, has been honored with a prestigious national accolade for his exceptional contributions to the world of painting. Over the past three decades, Qayasi’s dedication to his craft has earned him recognition not only in Jammu and Kashmir […]
Special mobile passport van flagged off to Kargil, enhancing access to passport services
Srinagar, July 21, 2025: In a significant step towards improving access to passport services in remote areas, a Mobile Passport Seva Van was flagged off to Kargil by Dr. K.J. Srinivasa, Joint Secretary (PSP) and Chief Passport Officer, Ministry of External Affairs, on July 19, 2025, from the shores of Dal Lake in Srinagar. The […]
Vibrant start to #MoujKashir music video shoot in heart of Srinagar
Srinagar, July 21, 2025: The filming of the highly anticipated music video #MoujKashir commenced today in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. This vibrant project aims to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and scenic beauty of Kashmir, capturing the essence of the region’s traditions, landscapes, and spirit. The shooting, which began amidst the […]
Legislators meet CM Omar Abdullah at Raabita office to discuss constituency concerns
Jammu, July 21, 2025: In a significant step towards addressing local concerns, several legislators met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at the Raabita Public Outreach Office in Jammu today to discuss pressing issues affecting their respective constituencies. The meeting, part of the government’s ongoing public outreach initiative, underscores the administration’s commitment to responsive and inclusive governance […]
Jammu and Kashmir surpasses national average with 82% literacy rate: PLFS 2023–24
Srinagar, July 2025 — Jammu and Kashmir has recorded a notable literacy rate of 82% among individuals aged seven years and above, outpacing the national average of 80.9%, according to the Annual Report 2023–24 of the Periodic Labour Force Survey . The report, conducted by the National Sample Survey Office , was presented recently in […]
BSF medical team: Dedicated care during Amarnath Yatra 2025
Jammu, July 21, 2025: The Amarnath Yatra 2025, commencing on July 3 and continuing until August 9, witnesses the Border Security Force (BSF) medical teams playing a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and health of pilgrims. Deployed along the arduous Himalayan routes, these teams are earning widespread acclaim for their selfless service, unwavering dedication, […]
Batch of over 3,700 pilgrims departs Jammu for Amarnath shrine amid tight security
Jammu, July 21, 2025 – A fresh batch of 3,791 pilgrims embarked on their journey to the Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu on Monday morning, officials reported. The 38-day pilgrimage, which began on July 3, 2025, has seen over 3 lakh devotees pay obeisance […]