SKUAST-K’s Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect promotes youth empowerment & drug-free India
Srinagar, August 8, 2025 – Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) organized the Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect and Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan Programme, a dynamic pre-event leading up to the national launch by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 12, 2025. Held under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Professor Nazir Ahmad Ganai, the […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha conveys warm wishes on Raksha Bandhan
Srinagar, August 08, 2025 – On the eve of Raksha Bandhan, Lieutenant GovernorShri Manoj Sinha conveyed his warmest greetings to the people, emphasizing the festival’s significance in fostering love, unity, and harmony. In his message, the Lieutenant Governor stated: “On the auspicious occasion of Raksha Bandhan, I extend my greetings and good wishes to all. Raksha […]
Ganderbal Police flags off Bharat Darshan Tour for 85 students
GANDERBAL, August 8, 2025: As part of the Civic Action Program of J&K Police, a group of 85 students from District Ganderbal embarked on a week-long Bharat Darshan Tour today. The initiative, aimed at fostering national integration and cultural awareness, was flagged off by SSP Ganderbal Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal-JKPS at DPL Ganderbal in an […]
Kashmiri youth leader Arhan Bagati wins ET Indo Global Leaders Award for social impact
Kashmir , August 8, 2025– In a moment of immense pride for Jammu and Kashmir, young changemaker and public policy scholar Arhan Bagati has been conferred with the prestigious ET Indo Global Leaders Award 2025 in the category of Excellence in Social Impact. The award recognizes Bagati’s outstanding contributions to society through his impactful work […]
J&K’s historic transformation in governance, infrastructure & economy
Jammu & Kashmir, August 2025 — The transformation of Jammu & Kashmir since its reorganisation into a Union Territory in 2019 has ushered in a wave of progressive reforms benefiting women, marginalised communities, and the youth. The implementation of a uniform legal framework and the introduction of new residency laws have extended benefits to refugees […]
CM Omar Abdullah boosts Gurez’s growth at Tribal Festival
Gurez, August 7, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah held a significant public interaction at Dawar, the heart of Gurez Valley, where he attentively listened to the concerns of local residents and assured their swift redressal. The visit, coinciding with the National Tribal Festival-2025 and the launch of commercial river rafting on the Kishanganga River, underscores the government’s commitment to inclusive development and empowerment of remote regions like Gurez. Abdullah’s engagement reflects […]
Why Gurez Outshines Switzerland
Gurez, August 7, 2025 – Gurez Valley, at 8,000 feet in Bandipora district, captivates with its untouched landscapes, often compared to Switzerland but with a distinct Kashmiri charm. The Kishanganga River, with its turquoise waters, flows through lush meadows and dense Kail and pine forests, framed by towering peaks like the iconic Habba Khatoon Peak, […]
LG Manoj Sinha launches Gurez Tribal Festival, Shina Gilgit FM to honour Dard-Shina culture
Srinagar/Gurez, August 7, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the National Tribal Festival in Gurez, a two-day celebration of the vibrant culture and tradition of the Dard-Shina tribal community, marking a significant step in tribal culture preservation. The event, held in the picturesque Gurez Valley of Bandipora district, also saw the launch of the Shina Gilgit 88.8 FM Radio Station, dedicated to inspiring […]
USBRL Project: Transforming Jammu and Kashmir with connectivity and eco-safeguards
On August 7, 2025, the Government of India highlighted the transformative impact of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, a 272-km engineering marvel that has revolutionized connectivity, socio-economic development, and eco-safeguards in Jammu and Kashmir. Fully commissioned in June 2025, the project, declared a National Project in 2002, connects Udhampur, Reasi, Ramban, Srinagar, Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam, and Baramulla districts, integrating the […]
CM Omar Abdullah engages with public delegations in Srinagar
Srinagar, August 6: Continuing his ongoing public outreach initiative, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met with several delegations today in Srinagar, reaffirming his government’s commitment to inclusive governance and grassroots engagement. The delegations, comprising representatives from various civil society groups, trade associations, youth organizations, and local panchayat members, presented their issues and suggestions related to developmental […]