Craft dealers in Kashmir get 7-day notice to remove machine-made goods
SRINAGAR, JULY 25: In a decisive move to protect the authenticity and heritage of Kashmir’s world-renowned handicrafts, the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has issued a stern seven-day ultimatum to all registered craft dealers to immediately remove machine-made products—primarily imported from countries like Turkey and Iran—from their showrooms. Failure to comply will result in […]
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 […]
Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai meets LG Manoj Sinha, reviews security scenario in Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar, July 25, 2025 – Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai, Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy) and Director General Military Operations (DGMO), called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhavan, Srinagar, on Thursday to discuss the prevailing security scenario in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. During the high-level meeting, key issues related to […]
‘Chhari Mubarak’ reaches Shankaracharya Temple, marking key ritual of Amarnath Yatra
Srinagar, July 25, 2025 – The sacred ‘Chhari Mubarak’ (holy mace of Lord Shiva) reached the revered Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar today, marking a significant spiritual milestone in the ongoing Amarnath Yatra 2025. Carried by Mahant Deependra Giri Ji, the custodian of the Chhari Mubarak, the ritual visit to the ancient temple is part of […]
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 […]