Author: News Desk Kashmir Ahead

Baramulla, June 24, 2025 — The picturesque town of Baramulla, nestled in the heart of Kashmir, is pulsating with the vibrant energy of Varmul Gindo 2025, a grand sports festival that has brought together over 1,600 young athletes to compete in more than 20 sports disciplines. From the electrifying volleyball matches at Showkat Ali Stadium to the precision of snooker and the agility of badminton, this month-long celebration, which kicked off on June 17, is redefining Kashmir’s narrative through sports, youth empowerment, and peace. A Festival of Talent and Togetherness Organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, District Sports…

JAMMU, June 23, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the Mega Job Fair-2025, organised by Cluster University of Jammu in collaboration with Desh Bhagat University, Punjab, at Padma Shri Padma Sachdev Government PG College for Women, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu. The event, a significant initiative to bridge the gap between education and employment, saw participation from 57 reputed national companies, offering diverse employment opportunities to the youth of Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory . In his speech, LG Sinha commended Cluster University Jammu and Desh Bhagat University Punjab for their collaborative effort in creating a platform for J&K youth to…

Kashmir, June 24, 2025- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari for sanctioning 19 road and tunnel projects worth 10,637 crore rupees for the Union Territory. Announced on June 23, 2025, these projects aim to improve connectivity, strengthen infrastructure, and drive economic growth in Jammu and Kashmir. In a post on his personal X account, Abdullah called the approval a significant milestone for his government. He wrote, “In a major achievement, my government has got 10,600 crore worth of road & tunnel projects…

Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo chaired a high-level meeting to comprehensively review the functioning of the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) in Soura, Srinagar, emphasizing a transformative vision for the premier medical institute. The meeting, attended by Secretary, Health & Medical Education (H&ME) Dr. Syed Abid Rashid Shah, Secretary, Public Works Department (PWD), Director SKIMS Dr. Mohammed Ashraf Ahangar, Principal SKIMS Medical College Dr. Fazlul Qadir Parray, Chief Engineer (Central) R&B, and other key health department officials, focused on enhancing academic offerings, patient care services, and infrastructure. Dulloo stressed the urgent need to expand academic…

Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – Minister for Health, Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Higher Education, Sakina Itoo, alongside Advisor to Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, dedicated five buses to Government Degree Colleges in Kupwara, Sopore, Tangmarg, DH Pora, and Tulail, aiming to enhance educational access for students in remote areas of Kashmir. The flagging-off ceremony took place at Abdul Ahad Azad Memorial College, Bemina, as part of J&K Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiative. Speaking at the event, Minister Itoo underscored the critical role of transportation in fostering inclusive education. “This initiative empowers students, especially those from far-flung areas, by easing…

Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – Srinagar, the heart of Jammu and Kashmir’s summer capital, endured its fourth hottest June night in 134 years, with the mercury settling at 23.2°C on June 21, 2025, as reported by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This blistering night, part of the 21-day summer period known as ‘Wahrat,’ marks a significant departure from the Valley’s typically cool climate, intensifying concerns about climate change. The scorching night temperature, the warmest since June 24, 1990 (23.6°C), follows a record-breaking daytime high of 35.5°C on June 20, the hottest June day in two decades. Historical data places the…

Udhampur, June 24, 2025 – Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conducted a high-level security review meeting at the Northern Command headquarters in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on the region’s security situation and preparations for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to commence on July 3, 2025. The briefing, attended by Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Northern Command Lt Gen Pratik Sharma, and other senior officers, emphasized border security, anti-terror operations, and robust arrangements for the 38-day pilgrimage. Singh, on a two-day visit to J&K, was briefed on ongoing counter-terror efforts under Operation Sindoor, launched following the…

Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – The Central Government has approved 19 transformative road and tunnel projects worth Rs 10,637 crore, spanning 296 kilometers of National Highways in Jammu and Kashmir. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have expressed deep gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari for this landmark decision under the Ministry’s 2025-26 Action Plan. LG Manoj Sinha stated, “My heartfelt gratitude to PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji and Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji for approving these transformative projects that will reshape J&K’s connectivity.” The projects,…

Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – Pahalgam, the picturesque hill station in South Kashmir, is once again teeming with visitors, signaling a robust revival of tourism, according to Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. In a recent X post, Abdullah shared his optimism, stating, “Pahalgam’s streets, once eerily quiet after the tragic terror attack, are now alive with tourists and locals alike, soaking in the cool breeze and scenic beauty.” The region faced a severe setback on April 22, 2025, when a terror attack at Baisaran meadow claimed 26 lives, including 25 tourists and a local pony operator. The incident…

Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir has emerged as a burgeoning hub for industrial growth, with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announcing that the Union Territory has attracted ₹28,400 crore in industrial incentives under the New Central Sector Scheme (NCSS-2021) in just two and a half years. This milestone underscores J&K’s transformation into an attractive destination for investment, driven by progressive industrial policies, employment generation, and infrastructure development. A New Era of Industrial Growth Speaking at the Mega Job Fair 2025 in Jammu, LG Sinha highlighted the Union Territory’s focus on fostering entrepreneurship, creating job opportunities, and boosting industrial…