Jammu’s 19 paragliding pilots set off for elite SIV/P4 training in Himachal
Jammu, September 21, 2025 – In a significant boost to adventure tourism and youth empowerment, Director Tourism Jammu, Dr. Vikas Gupta, flagged off a group of 19 paragliding pilots from Jammu to Himachal Pradesh for an advanced SIV/P4 Paragliding Course. The initiative, sponsored by the Directorate of Tourism Jammu under the guidance of Additional Chief Secretary Dr. Ashish Chandra […]
Srinagar set to host 3rd Asian Junior Pencak Silat Championship: Spotlight on Kashmir’s rise
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – In a vibrant showcase of youth talent, cultural exchange, and international unity, Srinagar is poised to host the prestigious 3rd Asian Junior Pencak Silat Championship from September 25 to 30, 2025. This landmark event, organized by the Indian Pencak Silat Federation in collaboration with the Pencak Silat Federation of Asia (PFA), International Pencak […]
Asia Cup 2025: Sanju Samson regains form as India overcome Oman in preparatory clash before Pakistan tie
Kashmir, 21 September ,2025- The handshakes—both pre- and post-match—could scarcely have been more cordial, a stark contrast to the tensions that defined India’s previous outing. That snub of convention against Pakistan had dominated headlines, nearly fracturing the Asia Cup’s spirit. Against Oman, however, harmony reigned in this Group A dead rubber. Defending champions India, unbeaten […]
Former J&K cricketer Mithun Manhas emerges as frontrunner for BCCI President’s Post
Kashmir, September 21, 2025 – In a surprising turn in Indian cricket administration, former Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) cricketer and Delhi captain Mithun Manhas has emerged as the leading contender for the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president’s post, following intense discussions among key stakeholders on Saturday. The 45-year-old, who never played international cricket […]
Lakes and rivers: Lifelines of people, need urgent preservation : J&K LG Manoj Sinha
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized that lakes and rivers serve as the vital lifelines of communities in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), urging collective action to preserve these precious water bodies for current and future generations. Speaking at a Swachhta (cleanliness) drive organized under the Sewa Parv initiative at the Sher-i-Kashmir International […]
J&K calm & open for business: CM Omar urges equal tourism-industrial growth
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday asserted that Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is calm, peaceful, and fully open for business, dismissing recent security concerns as aberrations rather than the norm. Addressing the fourth meeting of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Regional Council 2025-26 in Srinagar, he urged industry leaders […]
J&K government makes DigiLocker mandatory for all certificate issuance and verification
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – In a significant push towards digital governance, the Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) Government has issued a directive making the adoption of DigiLocker mandatory across all departments, Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), and advisory boards for the issuance, storage, and verification of certificates and documents. This move aims to enhance e-Governance efficiency, promote transparency, and ensure secure digital retention […]
J&K LG calls upon top industrial houses to invest in J&K
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha urged India’s leading industrial houses, corporate giants, and MSMEs to prioritize investments in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasising the region’s pivotal role in achieving a self-reliant and developed India.Speaking at the 4th Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Regional Council Meeting in Srinagar, Sinha highlighted the central government’s […]
Apple express: Rails ferry 6,400 Tonnes of Kashmir’s finest to Delhi
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – Kashmir’s apple harvest is hitting the fast track, with a whopping 6,400 tonnes of the Valley’s signature red-gold fruit delivered to Delhi markets in just two weeks, thanks to the newly launched “Apple Express” rail service. This surge highlights the lifeline that dedicated parcel trains are providing to orchardists battling […]
KU Seminar echoes Sufi-Reshi wisdom for peace in modern Kashmir
Srinagar, September 21, 2025 – In a timely exploration of Kashmir’s spiritual heritage, the Institute of Kashmir Studies (IKS) at the University of Kashmir (KU) concluded a two-day national seminar titled “Reshi and Sufi Tradition in Kashmir: A Historical and Philosophical Perspective.” Bringing together eminent scholars from across India, the event underscored the enduring wisdom of Sufi and Reshi saints […]