Srinagar: MET issues alert for heavy rainfall and flash floods in J&K
Srinagar, July 16, 2025: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has issued a critical weather advisory warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslide risks across Jammu and Kashmir from July 16–17 and July 21–23, 2025. The advisory, released on Wednesday, urges residents and authorities to remain vigilant due to potential weather-related disruptions in […]
MHA approves 20 new CRPF battalions for J&K security boost
New Delhi, July 16, 2025: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has granted in-principle approval to the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) to raise 20 new battalions, adding over 20,000 personnel for deployment in Jammu and Kashmir, according to multiple reports. This decision follows the April 22 Pahalgam militant attack and the subsequent Operation […]
DDC Doda Harvinder Singh reviews holistic agriculture development program
Doda, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda, Harvinder Singh (IAS), chaired a pivotal review meeting on July 15, 2025, at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex to evaluate the progress of the Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP) in Doda district. The meeting focused on fostering inter-departmental coordination, […]
Lotus flowers bloom again in Kashmir’s Wular Lake after 30 Years: A triumph of conservation
Bandipora, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – In a remarkable ecological comeback, Wular Lake, Asia’s second-largest freshwater lake, is witnessing the vibrant bloom of lotus flowers after nearly three decades of absence. This resurgence, celebrated by locals and environmentalists alike, is a testament to the dedicated conservation efforts led by the Wular Conservation and […]
Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary assigned additional charge as Civil Aviation Commissioner
Srinagar, July 16, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has appointed Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, IAS (AGMUT:2009), as the Civil Aviation Commissioner of Jammu and Kashmir, assigning him additional responsibilities to streamline the region’s aviation sector. This decision, announced via an official order from the General Administration Department (GAD), entrusts Dr. Choudhary with overseeing critical […]
J&K enters golden era under LG Manoj Sinha’s inclusive vision
Srinagar, July 15, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a transformative phase, heralded as its “golden era” by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who has prioritised equal opportunities for the region’s long-neglected communities, including the poor, farmers, youth, and women. Speaking at the inauguration of the ‘Bharat Sanrachna J&K 2025’ exhibition and public outreach initiative in […]
Ganderbal’s willow wicker craft honoured with National ODOP Award
Ganderbal, July 15, 2025: Ganderbal District has been conferred the prestigious National One District One Product (ODOP) Award for its exceptional efforts in promoting the traditional Willow Wicker craft, locally known as Keani Keam. The accolade, presented by the Union Minister, recognises the district’s outstanding contribution to the Prime Minister’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant […]
Omar Abdullah inaugurates orthopedic block at B&J hospital Srinagar
Srinagar, July 15, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated a new 120-bedded orthopedic block at the Bone and Joint Hospital in Barzulla, Srinagar, marking a significant milestone in enhancing the region’s healthcare infrastructure. The state-of-the-art facility, constructed under the World Bank-funded Jhelum Tawi Flood Recovery Project (JTFRP), was unveiled in the presence […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Sanitation Heroes Keep Baltal Base Clean, Rain or Shine | Bum Bum Bhole!
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Sanitation Heroes Keep Baltal Base Clean, Rain or Shine | Bum Bum Bhole! Be clean. Be healthy. Clean up. Pick up. Cleanliness is the only medicine to all the diseases, said a sanitation worker in Jammu & Kashmir’s Baltal Base Camp set up for the Amarnath Yatra 2025. We get up early […]
LG Sinha hails Army’s role in societal progress; felicitates women at Army Goodwill School Shopian
LG hails Army’s role in societal progress; felicitates women at Army Goodwill School Shopian The Indian Army, a steadfast guardian of India’s sovereignty, not only ensures the nation’s unity and integrity but also serves as a powerful force for societal transformation. Shri Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, eloquently highlighted this dual role […]