Pashtun village in Anantnag earns new identity through watermelon cultivation
Anantnag, July 13,2026-Cheki-Ishardas, a Pashto-speaking village near Anantnag in South Kashmir, has transformed into a thriving hub of watermelon cultivation, with the fruit becoming the village’s primary cash crop and a symbol of its changing agricultural landscape. The journey began in 2008 when progressive farmer Muhammad Aslam Khan introduced watermelon cultivation in the village. What […]
National fish farmers day 2026: Anantnag emerges as trout farming success story under HADP
Anantnag, July 11,2026- National Fish Farmers Day 2026 has brought the spotlight on Anantnag’s remarkable progress in trout farming, with the district emerging as a model for sustainable aquaculture under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). The success story of local trout farmer Mohd Yousuf Rather reflects how government support and modern farming practices are transforming […]
CS Atal Dulloo reviews progress of PM Surya Ghar scheme, directs timely solar rooftop installations across J&K
Srinagar, July 10,2026- Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Thursday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the implementation of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana and the Solarization of Government Buildings Programme across Jammu & Kashmir. He directed all concerned departments to expedite the installation of rooftop solar systems and ensure that project targets are […]
70-year-old Mumbai devotee completes 40th Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, praises excellent arrangements
Pahalgam, July 10,2026- Demonstrating unwavering devotion and faith, Mintu Dass (70) from Mumbai has successfully undertaken the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra for the 40th time, describing this year’s pilgrimage as one of the most well-organised and comfortable in recent years. A regular pilgrim to the Holy Cave Shrine of Lord Shiva for four decades, Mintu […]
LG Manoj Sinha Launches ‘Seven Life Skills’ Programme to Build a Drug-Free Jammu & Kashmir
Today’s occasion is a celebration of that expansive nature of education—one that is not merely a means of acquiring knowledge, but the greatest force for shaping personality and giving a new direction to life. I view education as a lamp that illuminates the potential hidden within a person and inspires them to become a […]
700+ Youth Rehabilitated at Kulgam Drug De-Addiction Centre | A Model for Kashmir
The Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam said, the Drug De- Addiction Centre going on in Kulgam, Jammu & Kashmir, is a very important step from a rehabilitation perspective. More than 700 yoouths have been rehabilitated. The centre is not limited, to rehabilitation alone, their continuous counselling also takes place. And continuous follow-up also happens. The […]
LG Manoj Sinha Honours 32 Women Leaders, Calls for Women-Led Development in Jammu & Kashmir
I believe that today’s occasion—I would indeed call it a historic occasion. We can call this a revolutionary moment—one that will likely determine the direction of the future. We are honouring 32 extraordinary women who, over the past six months, have kept the torch of courage, creativity, and leadership burning with complete dedication, […]
Amarnath Yatra 2026: Pilgrims Pray for Peace in Kashmir, Praise Security & Facilities
My heartfelt wish is for our country to remain secure, our people to be safe, and the atmosphere in the Valley to remain peaceful, said a pilgrim at Amarnath holy cave in Jammu & Kashmir. The incident that happened last time must not happen. And may our journey be strengthened. I have been […]
“Beyond Imagination!” Amarnath Pilgrims Praise Kashmir, Security Forces & PM Modi’s Message
A Pilgrim Manoj Gupta from Bulandshahar UP reaching Amarnath Cave, said, what I have seen here is beyond imagination. First of all, I would like to express my gratitude to our Army, CRPF, and BSF personnel; visiting Jammu & Kashmir was a wonderful experience. I would like to appeal to all my fellow refugees […]
Record Rush at Amarnath Yatra 2026! LG Manoj Sinha Reviews Arrangements at Nunwan Base Camp
The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha visited the Nunwan Base Camp set up at Pahalgam for the Amarnath Yatra 2026 pilgrims. The Amarnath journey began on July 3rd, and I have observed the last four journeys very closely, LG said. There has been a significant increase in the number of […]