Anardana Harvesting Underway in Doda, Farmers Seek Processing Facility
The seasonal harvesting of Anardana, or wild pomegranate, is currently underway across the forests and hilly areas of Doda, providing an important source of seasonal income for hundreds of rural families. Locally, Doda’s Anardana is considered much more than a forest produce. For many communities, it represents an important part of the district’s identity […]
GI-Tagged Bhaderwah Rajmash Harvest Begins, Hopes Rise for Bumper Yield
The seasonal harvest of the famous GI-tagged Bhaderwah Rajmash has begun in the hilly areas of Doda, bringing renewed hope of a strong crop and better returns for local farmers. At Khono village in Baghla-Bharat tehsil, located at around 6,100 feet above sea level, the Agriculture Department distributed nearly 100 kilograms of pure and certified […]
Harud Festival Promotes Skill Development in Ramban
A Food Festival and Skill Development Programme was organised at PM Shri Government Higher Secondary School, Tethar, Banihal, as part of the Harud (Autumn) Festival. The programme provided students with an opportunity to showcase their creativity, practical skills and entrepreneurial abilities through an exhibition of food products, handicrafts, frames, calligraphy and other handmade items. The […]
Rajouri School Sets Up Wet-Waste Composting Facility
Government Boys Modern Higher Secondary School in Rajouri has set a remarkable example of environmental responsibility by becoming the first school in the district to establish an on-campus wet-waste composting facility under the “Green Schools, Clean Schools” campaign. The initiative aims to turn waste into a useful resource while creating awareness among students about sustainable […]
PM-KISAN e-KYC Drive: Kathua Farmers Urged to Complete Verification
Farmers in Kathua district are being encouraged to complete their e-KYC under the PM-KISAN scheme so that eligible beneficiaries can continue receiving financial assistance through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The verification is important for ensuring that farmers’ records remain updated and that future installments are credited without unnecessary delays. Agriculture Department officials have urged farmers […]
HADP Scheme Brings New Hope to Vegetable Growers in Bugam
Bugam village of Chadoora in Budgam district, popularly known as the “Chhota Punjab of Kashmir,” has a rich tradition of vegetable cultivation. For nearly three decades, local farmers have been growing vegetables and supplying fresh produce to markets across Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the country. Progressive farmer Mukhtar Ahmad Bhat has […]
Under-19 Girls Hockey Tournament Organised in Pulwama
The Department of Youth Services and Sports organised an Under-19 Girls Hockey Tournament in Pulwama, providing a valuable platform for young girls from different districts of Jammu and Kashmir to showcase their sporting talent. Eight teams participated in the tournament with great enthusiasm, determination and team spirit. The tournament was inaugurated by Additional […]
Agricultural Facilitation Centres: Empowering Farmers and Promoting Rural Entrepreneurship
The Central and State Governments are taking several important initiatives to support farmers, create employment opportunities, and promote entrepreneurship among educated youth. Through the KKGDP initiative, agricultural facilitation centers have been established in many panchayats. These centers provide useful services to farmers at their doorstep. Earlier, farmers had to visit Agriculture or Horticulture Department […]
NRLM: Empowering Rural Women Through Self-Help Groups and Sustainable Livelihoods
JKRLM is transforming the lives of rural women by helping them build financial independence and sustainable livelihoods through Self-Help Groups (SHGs). For women like those from the Ali Sham group, joining the initiative in 2016 became the beginning of a new journey toward self-reliance. Through the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), the group received […]
Wheelchair to Khardung La: Tilak Raj’s 2,200 KM Journey of Courage
From a village near the Line of Control in Rajouri, Jammu and Kashmir, Tilak Raj has emerged as a powerful example of courage, determination, and resilience. After a road accident left him wheelchair-bound due to a spinal cord injury, he refused to let his disability limit his dreams. At the age of 45, Tilak […]