Kashmir’s cinema moment: J&K hosts First International Film Festival
Kashmir, September 7,2026– Jammu and Kashmir is hosting its first International Film Festival Jammu Kashmir (IFFJK 2026) from September 7 to 10, stepping onto the global film stage for the first time. A Festival Born From Global Interest The response to the very first call for entries has been striking. The festival will bring 135 […]
IFFJK 2026 unveils Star-Studded Jury for maiden edition
Srinagar, September 6 , 2026- The 1st International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026 has announced an accomplished panel of filmmakers, cinematographers, curators and educators who will judge entries at the festival’s inaugural edition, organisers said Sunday. The jury features cinematographer-director Santosh Sivan, German filmmaker and curator Dorothee Wenner, Japanese documentary producer Keiko […]
The Srinagar teacher who turns waste into wisdom
Srinagar, September 6, 2026-In a government classroom in Soura, a suburb of Srinagar, empty bottles, torn cardboard, and discarded candy wrappers don’t go in the bin. They go into a lesson plan. That is the trademark of Dr Urfana Amin, a Master Grade Teacher at Government Boys Higher Secondary School Soura, whose unconventional, resourceful, and […]
Walnut processing in Banihal gets boost with HADP De-Husking machines
Banihal, September 5,2026- Walnut cultivation is a key livelihood in Banihal, but manual processing was time-consuming and caused injuries. Under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), modern de-husking machines are now being provided with a 50 percent subsidy, significantly reducing processing time and effort and benefiting local farmers and traders. A Livelihood Long Weighed Down by […]
J&K declared “Fully Literate” with 98.43% literacy rate
Kashmir, September 5,2026- J&K literacy rate has reached 98.43%, leading to Jammu and Kashmir being declared “Fully Literate”. The achievement marks a major milestone in education and literacy across the Union Territory. Jammu and Kashmir has been declared a “Fully Literate” Union Territory after achieving a 98.43 percent literacy rate under the ULLAS–Nav Bharat Saaksharta […]
GHSS Mandi Poonch celebrates teacher’s day, honours educators for their dedication
Poonch, September 5,2026– Teacher’s Day celebration at Government Girls Higher Secondary School Mandi brought teachers and students together to mark the occasion and recognise the important role educators play in shaping students’ lives. The celebration highlighted the dedication of teachers and the strong bond between teachers and students. A Day Dedicated to Educators Teachers’ Day, […]
Pulwama witnesses historic night as over 40,000 fans pack venue for RPL final
Pulwama , September 5,2026–Pulwama witnessed a historic night as over 40,000 cricket fans packed the venue for the Royal Premier League (RPL) final, turning the game into a powerful celebration of youth, unity, and hope — a remarkable display of Kashmir’s passion for sport and its unifying spirit. A Night of Unprecedented Crowds The final […]
Kashmiri pandits celebrate Janmashtami at Srinagar’s iconic Lal Chowk
Srinagar, September 4,2026- Kashmiri Pandits marked the birth of Lord Krishna — a poetic embodiment of divine love, a towering figure of India’s spiritual and cultural history, and a timeless teacher — at Srinagar’s iconic Lal Chowk this Janmashtami, in a celebration that once again underscored the Valley’s rich, diverse, and deeply rooted cultural heartbeat. A […]
From aspirations to action: LG Manoj Sinha’s vision drives J&K’s transformation journey
Kashmir, September 4,2026- From aspirations to action, Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a sustained journey of transformation, with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha continuing to provide focused leadership that places development, public welfare, and a brighter future at the heart of governance. A Continuing Journey of Change Over recent years, Jammu and Kashmir has been undergoing […]
Cleanliness drive resumes in Kathua
Kathua, September 4,2026- In a gesture reflecting unity, brotherhood, and community spirit, the Safai Karamchari Union, Kathua, temporarily suspended its 20-day indefinite strike for two days following Janmashtami and other festivals, allowing sanitation workers to resume duties and launch a city-wide cleanliness drive. A Timely Pause Amid Festive Season The strike, which had entered its 20th […]