Progressive Farmer Fayaz Ahmad Sheikh Introduces Blueberry Cultivation in Jammu and Kashmir
Progressive farmer Fayaz Ahmad Sheikh from Kharchak, Watergam, Baramulla, is bringing innovation to agriculture in Jammu and Kashmir by introducing blueberry cultivation, offering a promising alternative to traditional apple farming. Observing that most farmers in Kashmir primarily depend on apple orchards, Sheikh decided to explore a different crop with growing market demand. After researching blueberry […]
HADP Support Helps Ramban Farmer Build a Thriving Horticulture and Poultry Business
Zubair Ahmed Sohail of Ramban is turning government assistance into a sustainable source of income by combining horticulture, fruit cultivation and poultry farming under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). With guidance from the Departments of Horticulture, Agriculture and Animal Husbandry, Sohail gradually expanded his farming activities. Initially, he obtained fruit plants from […]
Olive Cultivation Opens New Income Opportunities for Doda Farmers
Women Farmers Day Celebrated at KVK Mallanpora, Pulwama to Promote Empowerment and Modern Farming
Women Farmers Day was celebrated at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mallanpora, Pulwama, to recognise the valuable contribution of women to agriculture and promote their empowerment through modern farming practices and entrepreneurship. The programme focused on creating awareness among women farmers about new opportunities in agriculture and allied sectors. Participants discussed the importance of gender equality, […]
Durga Puja Celebrations in Kashmir
Durga Puja is one of the most popular festivals in India, celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm. This year, Kashmir is witnessing the excitement of Durga Puja as tourists visit the beautiful Valley to enjoy its scenic landscapes, pleasant weather, and cultural attractions. Many tourists are excited to experience the festival in Kashmir for the […]
AI-Powered Drone: A New Era for Horticulture in Kashmir
Three young innovators from Awantipora in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered agricultural drone to make farming and horticulture safer, smarter, and more efficient. The innovators, Nouman Ijaz Bhat, Syed Arsalan Qazmi, and Naveed Ahmad Dar, developed the drone to address the challenges associated with traditional pesticide spraying, particularly in high-density […]
Dialysis Patient Appreciates Services and Staff Support at SDH Tral
The Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Tral is providing great relief to kidney patients by offering free dialysis services and essential medical support. This facility has made treatment easier for patients who previously had to travel long distances and spend a significant amount of money. Gulzar Ahmad Sheikh is a kidney patient who has been undergoing dialysis […]
IUST Organises National-Level Film Festival 2026
The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC) at the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora, organised the National-Level Film Festival 2026 on Thursday, bringing together filmmakers, students, academicians and media professionals to celebrate cinema and creative storytelling. The festival featured the screening of 26 films exploring diverse themes, including society, governance, environmental […]
KVK Budgam Celebrates Women Farmers Day, Promotes Empowerment and Agri-Entrepreneurship
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Budgam, under SKUAST-Kashmir, celebrated Women Farmers Day at its campus in Harran, Budgam, to recognise the invaluable contributions of women to agriculture and rural development. The programme was graced by Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, who emphasised women’s vital role in modern agriculture, decision-making, and entrepreneurship. She […]
KVK Pulwama Promotes Modern Farming Through Scientific Training
The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, is playing an important role in promoting modern and scientific agricultural practices through training and skill development programmes. These initiatives aim to empower students, agricultural workers and rural youth with practical knowledge of advanced farming techniques. During the training programmes, participants learn about various […]