Khonmoh engineering graduate Mudassar Rashid turns natural wood into unique furniture and decor
Srinagar, September 17,2026– In Srinagar’s Khonmoh, engineering graduate Mudassar Rashid turns natural wood into unique furniture and decor pieces, growing his work from a small project into a workshop at the Industrial Estate — a journey that reflects both his passion for craftsmanship and his entrepreneurial drive. From Hobby to Craft What began as a […]
LG Manoj Sinha attends Shri Shiv Mahapuran Katha in Raebareli, calls for unity and spiritual renewal
Srinagar, September 16, 2026- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday attended the Shri Shiv Mahapuran Katha in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, participating in the sacred discourse held in the revered presence of Pandit Pradeep Mishra Ji. Describing the occasion as deeply moving, the Lieutenant Governor observed that the divine teachings of Lord Shiva constitute a sacred […]
World Ozone Day observed in Udhampur with awareness programme and plantation drive
Udhampur, September 16,2026- World Ozone Day was observed in Udhampur with an awareness programme organised by the Forest Department to sensitise students about the importance of the ozone layer and the need to protect the environment. The event brought together students and Forest Department officials, who also joined hands for a plantation drive and took a […]
J&K to glow with 8.9 lakh diyas on PM Modi’s birthday
Jammu, September 16,2026- Jammu & Kashmir is set to light up in a grand celebration as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) prepares to light 8.9 lakh diyas across the Union Territory to mark the birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 17 September. The large-scale plan aims to turn homes, streets, temples and public places across […]
Ganderbal hosts honey festival to promote beekeeping and boost Farmer’s ncome
Ganderbal, September 16,2026- The district of Ganderbal hosted a Honey Festival under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), bringing together farmers, students, beekeepers and officials on one platform to promote apiculture (beekeeping) as a profitable and sustainable livelihood. The festival was organised to raise awareness about the growing potential of honey production in […]
Look beyond the waste, look at the opportunity: How Aayrish Sheikh is colouring Kashmir’s future
Kashmir, September 16,2026-Kashmir is changing, and some of the most inspiring stories are coming from young people who see value where others see waste. One such story is that of Aayrish Sheikh, a young entrepreneur who is using walnut husks and other agricultural waste to create natural dyes. By turning local resources into a sustainable […]
Jammu & Kashmir: A story of peace, progress and new possibilities
Kashmir, September 16,2026-Jammu & Kashmir is scripting a remarkable story of peace, progress and new possibilities. Under the steadfast leadership of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, the Union Territory is moving forward with confidence, stability and a renewed spirit of development. The change is not just in speeches or files. It can be seen on […]
Srinagar artisan Simran turns Dal Lake weeds into “Grass Mache” craft
Srinagar, September 16,2026–For most, the grass and weeds growing in a lake may be something to be cleared away. But for Srinagar-based artisan Simran, they have become raw material for her craft. Flower vases, wall hangings, and other decorative pieces — all made from grass dredged out of Dal Lake. From Waste to Craft Simran […]
Udhampur artisans embrace PM Vishwakarma training
Udhampur, September 16,2026– In workshops and training halls across Udhampur, tailors who once relied solely on hand-me-down techniques are now learning modern cutting and stitching methods. Barbers are picking up contemporary grooming styles. Carpenters are training on updated tools and finishing techniques. The common thread running through these transformations is the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, the […]
Kashmir Theatre Conference ends with call to revive valley’s stage
Srinagar, September 15,2026- Three days of theatre, scholarship and cultural exchange concluded in Srinagar on Sunday with the Kashmir Theatre Conference calling for stronger institutional support, greater creative experimentation and more opportunities for young artists and theatre practitioners across the Valley. A First-of-Its-Kind Gathering Organised by ACT: For a Better Tomorrow, in collaboration with the Jammu […]