Devotees flock to Shankaracharya Temple for Raksha Bandhan celebrations
SRINAGAR, August 11, 2025 – Thousands of devotees flocked to the historic Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar on August 9, 2025, to offer special prayers on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, a festival celebrating the bond between siblings. The centuries-old temple, perched atop the Shankaracharya Hill overlooking the picturesque Dal Lake, resonated with devotional chants and hymns […]
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 […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025 ends on high note: Baltal route shines with stellar management
Ganderbal, August 6, 2025 – The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimages, concluded successfully on August 9, 2025, with devotees, langar owners, and locals lauding the exemplary efforts of the Lieutenant Governor (LG) Administration, Border Roads Organisation (BRO)’s 122 Road Construction Company (RCC), Ganderbal District Administration, and Gbl Police […]
ISRO launches GSLV-F16 with NISAR in landmark Indo-US space mission
Kashmir,July 30, 2025– In a major boost to India’s space diplomacy and Earth observation capabilities, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the GSLV-F16 rocket carrying the NISAR satellite, a joint mission with NASA. The achievement marks a significant milestone in Indo-US space cooperation, symbolising years of scientific synergy, technological fusion, and collaborative spirit. […]
Poonch admin flags Off Budha Amarnath pilgrims with full arrangements
POONCH, JULY 29: The District Administration Poonch today ceremoniously flagged off a fresh batch of pilgrims headed for the sacred Budha Amarnath Mandir, located in the serene town of Mandi, Poonch district. The yatra began from the district headquarters amid chants of devotion and with full logistical, medical, and security arrangements in place. Senior officials, […]
Kupwara’s Uznain selected for junior women’s Hockey Nationals
KUPWARA, JULY 29: In a proud moment for Jammu & Kashmir, Uznain, a young and determined athlete from the frontier district of Kupwara, has been selected to participate in the upcoming Junior Women’s Hockey Nationals. Her selection marks a significant milestone not only for her but for the entire region, where opportunities in national-level sports […]
CM Omar Abdullah flags off water tankers at Van Mahotsav-2025 in Jammu
JAMMU, JULY 29: In a significant move to strengthen water supply infrastructure, the Chief Minister today flagged off a fleet of water tankers under the Jal Shakti Department during the Van Mahotsav-2025 celebrations held in Jammu. This initiative aims to enhance the availability of safe drinking water in water-scarce regions across the Union Territory. Speaking […]
Foreign Pilgrims Feel the Power of Energy at Amarnath: “Felt Safe, Supported & Blessed”
Foreign Pilgrims Feel the Power of Energy at Amarnath: “Felt Safe, Supported & Blessed” Hello! We are about to prepare for Amarnath yatra. We are Canadians, Austrians and Germans. We are going to Baltal in a bus to start the yatra. Kashmir is very beautiful. I come from Canada and it has the most immaculate […]
Preparations underway for Chinar Book Festival 2025 in Srinagar; over 300 publishers expected
Srinagar , July 24, 2025 Dr. Amit Wanchoo, Chief Convener of the Chinar Book Festival, along with Shri Yuvraj Malik, Director of the National Book Trust, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today to discuss preparations for the upcoming Chinar Book Festival 2025, scheduled to be held from August 2 to August 10 in […]