CS Atal Dulloo, MSME Secretary Das chart roadmap for J&K’s industrial boost
SRINAGAR, JULY 25: In a significant move to enhance industrial growth in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo held an extensive meeting with Union Secretary, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), S.C.L. Das. The meeting focused on the current industrial scenario in the Union Territory and explored long-term strategies to strengthen the […]
Omar Abdullah stresses protection of Kashmiri handcrafted carpets
Srinagar, July 25, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has taken serious note of the increasing circulation of misbranded, machine-made carpets being falsely sold under the label of authentic Kashmiri handmade carpets. Chairing a meeting with officials from the Department of Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, the Chief Minister emphasised the urgent need to protect the […]
Youth are the pillars of J&K’s future: LG Manoj Sinha
Srinagar, July 25, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday reiterated the crucial role of youth in shaping the future of Jammu and Kashmir, describing them as the torchbearers of peace, progress, and prosperity. Speaking at an event focused on youth empowerment and drug de-addiction, the LG emphasized that building a drug-free environment, particularly […]
Amarnath yatra pilgrims set out with prayers and protection
Jammu, July 25, 2025 – A fresh batch of Amarnath pilgrims departed from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu early Thursday morning, heading towards the sacred Amarnath Cave Shrine nestled in the Himalayas of south Kashmir. The group of over 4,200 yatris (pilgrims) was escorted by security personnel as part of the well-coordinated convoy […]
CM Omar Abdullah emphasises timely delivery of labour benefits
Srinagar, July 25, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level meeting of the Jammu & Kashmir Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (JKBOCWWB) in Srinagar, where he reviewed the ongoing initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of construction workers across the Union Territory. During the meeting, the Chief Minister lauded the efforts […]
A new era of development under LG Manoj Sinha
Srinagar, July 25, 2025 – Under the transformative leadership of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha (@manojsinha_), Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a remarkable shift—from a region marked by uncertainty to a beacon of peace, development, and opportunity. Once seen solely as a scenic destination, the Union Territory is now emerging as a dynamic hub for […]
Health Minister Sakina Itoo pays surprise visit to SMHS hospital to review facilities and patient care
Srinagar, July 25, 2025 – In an unannounced move aimed at assessing real-time conditions, Health Minister Sakina Itoo paid a surprise visit to the SMHS Hospital in Srinagar on Thursday. The minister undertook a thorough inspection of the hospital’s infrastructure, staff readiness, and overall patient care services. Accompanied by senior officials from the Health and […]
Reviving heritage: Hand-spun pashmina at the heart of Kashmir shawls
Srinagar, July 25, 2025 – The globally acclaimed Kashmir Shawls continue to derive their unmatched quality and cultural essence from hand-spun Pashmina, a centuries-old craft that remains deeply rooted in the Himalayan region. At the forefront of this delicate art are skilled women artisans, whose expertise in hand spinning sustains the shawl industry’s legacy and […]
“We Live By This Yatra: Kashmiris Share the Economic and Emotional Value of Amarnath”
“We Live By This Yatra: Kashmiris Share the Economic and Emotional Value of Amarnath” We sell handcrafted shawls to the pilgrims who arrive here for Amarnath darshan. We treat them well, said a shawl seller at Amarnath route. Most Kashmiris are poor. They earn from the yatra and this money runs their household. We wait […]
Yatra with Responsibility: Pilgrims Educated on Waste Disposal Along the Route
Yatra with Responsibility: Pilgrims Educated on Waste Disposal Along the Route At the Amarnath yatra 2025, awareness was created for the pilgrims to diispose off the garbage in the right manner. Officials spoke to them about wet and dry garbage and the bins assigned for each. The pilgrims were also requested not to litter the […]