Author: News Desk Kashmir Ahead

Srinagar, September 17, 2025: In a timely intervention to support the vital horticulture sector, the Jammu and Kashmir government has announced the provision of State Road Transport Corporation (SRTC) trucks to fruit growers upon request, easing transportation challenges during the peak apple harvest season. Horticulture Minister Javaid Ahmad Dar emphasized the administration’s readiness to offer these services specifically for ferrying apples, addressing concerns over skyrocketing private freight charges that have surged from ₹60 to as high as ₹230 per peti due to transporter shortages and logistical bottlenecks.The move comes amid growing distress among apple growers across Kashmir, where the fruit…

Srinagar, September 17, 2025: In a significant boost to regional connectivity and community welfare, Lieutenant Governor (LG) Shri Manoj Sinha virtually inaugurated a Bailey Bridge on the Ramban-Gool Road today, coinciding with the commencement of the fortnight-long ‘Sewa Pakhwada’. This nationwide initiative, spanning September 17 to October 2, 2025, emphasizes selfless service, inclusivity, and public participation in developmental efforts across Jammu & Kashmir.The LG dedicated the bridge to the residents of Ramban, hailing it as a “symbol of hope and lifeline” for approximately 1.5 lakh people in Ramban, Sangaldan, Gool, and surrounding areas. He commended the bridge for enhancing connectivity, easing…

Pulwama, September 17, 2025: The District Administration Pulwama ushered in the nationwide #SewaParv campaign with a grand inaugural event at Circuit House Pulwama, marking the start of a 16-day celebration from September 17 to October 2, 2025. This initiative, rooted in the ethos of selfless #service, #inclusivity, and #communityengagement, aims to drive collective action for societal progress across Jammu & Kashmir.The ceremony, graced by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom, and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Pulwama, P.D. Nitya, commenced with the launch of an innovative live fish vending van to bolster local #entrepreneurship and livelihoods. This was followed…

Kulgam, September 17, 2025: In a proactive step to foster community engagement and environmental consciousness, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan (IAS), today flagged off an Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) Van from the Mini-Secretariat #Kulgam. The initiative aims to promote #cleanliness, raise #awareness on sustainable practices, and encourage active #communityparticipation across the district as part of the nationwide #SewaParv campaign.The #IECVan, equipped with multimedia tools and educational materials, will traverse key areas of #Kulgam, disseminating messages on waste management, hygiene protocols, and collective responsibility towards a cleaner environment. This aligns with the broader objectives of #SewaParv2025, a people-centric…

Jammu, Sept 16: The Civil Defence (CD) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) J&K organised a series of awareness camps across the Union Territory to strengthen community preparedness in disaster management and emergency response. The programmes were conducted in Anantnag, Budgam, Ganderbal, Baramulla, Jammu, and Poonch districts on September 16, 2025. The awareness drives focused on sensitising the public about disaster risk reduction, rescue techniques, and first response measures, equipping citizens with the knowledge to act effectively in emergencies. In a parallel initiative, Civil Defence Samba successfully conducted a five-day Civil Defence training course at Government Degree College (GDC) Marheen,…

Kupwara, 17 September ,2025: In a significant initiative for community upliftment, the Rotary Club of Mumbai District 3141, in collaboration with the Indian Army, dedicated a new Taxi Stand at Trehgam in Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir. The project is being hailed as a symbol of peace, livelihood, tourism, and unity, transforming an area once associated with militancy into a hub of hope and nation-building. Trehgam, historically linked with separatist figure Maqbool Bhat, has witnessed decades of unrest. The inauguration of the taxi stand marks a remarkable shift, reflecting the power of collaboration between civil society and security forces…

New Delhi, September 17, 2025: Indian boxing stars returned home to a hero’s welcome after scripting history at the World Boxing Championship 2025 in Liverpool. Fans, families, and sports officials thronged the airport with tricolour flags, garlands, and loud cheers to celebrate the nation’s biggest-ever medal haul at the global event. India’s pugilists delivered a remarkable performance, finishing with 2 Gold, 1 Silver, and 1 Bronze medal, a feat that has further cemented the country’s rising dominance in world boxing. The gold medal winners were given special honours, while the silver and bronze medallists too received massive applause for their…

Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to review the development of emerging tourist destinations across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting focused on strengthening infrastructure, improving connectivity, and enhancing facilities to promote the Union Territory as a premier tourism hub. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the CM Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary to the CM Dheeraj Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary Tourism Dr. Ashish Chandra Verma, Director Tourism Kashmir Raja Yaqoob Farooq, Managing Director JKTDC Shreya Singhal, Director Tourism Jammu, representatives from BISAG-N, and other concerned officials. The review was…

Baramulla, 17 September 2025: An elderly couple from Gulabdaji village in Kawarhama, District Baramulla, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the government for providing financial assistance through the Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) Golden Card. Recounting their struggle, the couple said, “Even if we sold all our property, we couldn’t have fetched Rs. 3 lakh. The Government provided all the money through the Golden Card for my treatment. PM Modi has done so much for the poor.” The Golden Card scheme under Ayushman Bharat provides cashless health insurance of up to Rs. 5 lakh…

Kashmir, 17 September , 2025: On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday, U.S. President Donald Trump conveyed his greetings through a personal telephone call. President Trump extended his best wishes for the Prime Minister’s health, longevity, and continued success in serving the people of India. During the conversation, President Trump appreciated Prime Minister Modi’s constructive role in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, commending his consistent advocacy for dialogue, diplomacy, and peaceful resolution. He observed that Prime Minister Modi’s leadership has been instrumental in promoting stability and his voice is widely respected in the international community. Prime Minister Modi expressed…