DC Baramulla Minga Sherpa reviews ESZ implementation, calls for timely data submission
Baramulla, June 14, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, chaired a pivotal meeting today to assess the progress of Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) implementation in the district, emphasizing the urgent need for a robust Zonal Master Plan (ZMP) to safeguard its ecological heritage. Held at the DC Office, the meeting underscored the district’s […]
Kashmir’s Saffron Queen Goes Global
Pampore, Jammu and Kashmir, June 14, 2025 – Noushaba Jeelani, widely recognized as the ‘Saffron Queen of Kashmir,’ has redefined the saffron industry with her brand Noush, blending cultural heritage with a mission of women’s empowerment. By exporting premium, GI-tagged Kashmiri saffron to Europe and the Middle East, Jeelani has revitalized a traditional crop while […]
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan has brought scientists and farmers closer: J&K LG Manoj Sinha
Kulgam, June 14, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha visited the Mountain Research Centre for Field Crops (MRCFC), Khudwani, under Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) Kashmir in Kulgam district today to participate in the closing ceremony of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan 2025. The event also marked the Shubh Aarambh of […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews Amarnath Yatra plans for seamless coordination
Srinagar, June 14, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha conducted a detailed review meeting on Friday to finalize arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra 2025, set to commence on July 3 and conclude on August 9. The annual pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine, located at 3,888 meters in the Himalayas, has already seen […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha chairs review meeting for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 in Srinagar
June 13, 2025, Srinagar – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha held a high-level review meeting at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar to finalize preparations for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, set to commence on July 3, 2025. The meeting focused on ensuring robust security, seamless logistics, and enhanced facilities for the annual pilgrimage […]
The Sweetest Startup in Kashmir?
In the heart of Kashmir’s growing startup ecosystem, a young woman is transforming beekeeping into a high-yield, sustainable business model. With government-backed schemes and innovative practices, her venture not only produces premium honey but also empowers women entrepreneurs in rural India. This story offers a practical blueprint for starting a beekeeping startup with real data, migration techniques, and access to subsidies.
Deputy Commissioner Baramulla chairs meeting to ensure smooth Muharram observance
Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, June 13, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa chaired a meeting to review arrangements for the upcoming holy month of Muharram-ul-Haram, directing officers to ensure comprehensive preparations for a hassle-free and peaceful observance. The meeting focused on key arrangements, including sanitation, ration supply, healthcare, drinking water, mobile toilets, and […]
Sold Out! Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express fully booked for weeks
Srinagar, June 12, 2025 – The newly launched Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, has become an instant sensation, with tickets sold out for weeks. This high-speed train, connecting the holy town of Katra, base for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, with Srinagar, the summer capital […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah reviews sector-wise CAPEX plans: Focus on estates and tourism in J&K
Srinagar, June 12, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a series of high-level departmental review meetings at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar to assess the Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) plans for the financial year 2025–26 across the Estates, Revenue, Tourism, and Culture departments. Emphasising swift execution and effective resource use, the Chief […]
UMEED Scheme Sparks a Silent Socio-Economic Revolution for Women in Kashmir
UMEED Scheme Sparks a Silent Socio-Economic Revolution for Women in Kashmir Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir — In the heart of a region long shaped by conflict and cultural conservatism, the UMEED scheme is quietly rewriting the narrative for women in Kashmir. Implemented under the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), UMEED is empowering thousands of rural […]