Muharram 2026 observed with reverence in Srinagar
Srinagar, June 26,2026-The Shia Muslim community in Srinagar observed Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, with deep reverence and solemnity, marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year. The occasion witnessed religious gatherings, prayers, and mourning rituals as devotees paid tribute to the supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain, the beloved grandson of […]
Banihal receives langar supplies ahead of Amarnath Yatra 2026
Banihal, June 26,2026-Preparations for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 have entered the final phase, with trucks carrying supplies for langars (community kitchens) arriving in Banihal ahead of the annual pilgrimage, scheduled to commence on July 3. Devotees, voluntary organisations, and service groups from different parts of the country have begun setting up langars along […]
LG Manoj Sinha expresses gratitude to PM Modi as J&K secures its first national centre of excellence
Srinagar,June 25,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya for approving the establishment of the first National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) in Jammu and Kashmir, describing it as a landmark step towards strengthening the Union Territory’s sports ecosystem. The […]
LG Manoj Sinha inspects Nunwan Base Camp, reviews arrangements for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra
Pahalgam, June 25,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday conducted a detailed inspection of the Nunwan Base Camp in Pahalgam to review on-ground preparations and facilities being put in place for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. Accompanied by senior civil administration, police, security, health, and other departmental officials, the Lieutenant Governor assessed the readiness […]
Community kitchens and essential facilities set up in Ramban for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026
Ramban, June 25,2026- In preparation for the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, extensive arrangements have been put in place across Ramban district to ensure the comfort, safety, and well-being of pilgrims undertaking the annual pilgrimage. Authorities, in coordination with various departments, voluntary organizations, and local stakeholders, have established community kitchens (langars) and a range […]
Shopian job fair connects 500 youth with top employers
Shopian, June 24,2026- In a major push towards youth empowerment and employment generation, the District Employment and Counselling Centre (DE&CC) Shopian organized a Job Fair that witnessed enthusiastic participation from more than 500 young job seekers from across the district. The event brought together 20 reputed companies and employers, offering a wide range of employment […]
Paddy plantation goes high-tech in North Kashmir, boosting agricultural efficiency
Srinagar, June 24,2026- Agriculture in North Kashmir is undergoing a technological transformation as farmers increasingly adopt modern techniques and mechanized practices for paddy cultivation. The shift towards high-tech farming is helping growers improve productivity, reduce labour costs, and enhance crop management during the crucial plantation season. Across districts such as Baramulla, Kupwara, and Bandipora, farmers […]
Pulwama farmer reaps success with HADP-supported Hi-Tech polyhouse cultivation
Pulwama, June 24,2026-A progressive farmer from South Kashmir’s Pulwama district is setting an example in modern agriculture by successfully cultivating high-quality cucumbers in a hi-tech polyhouse established under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir, a resident of Pulwama, has embraced protected cultivation through a HADP-supported hi-tech polyhouse, enabling him to grow premium […]
Padma Shri Awardee Brij Lal Bhatt honoured for Social service and cultural revival in Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar, June 24,2026- In a moment of immense pride for Jammu & Kashmir, Honourable President Smt. Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Padma Shri upon veteran social worker Shri Brij Lal Bhatt at Rashtrapati Bhavan in recognition of his outstanding contribution to social service, community welfare, and cultural revival. Widely regarded as an “Unsung Hero” of […]
DC Srinagar Akshay Labroo launches mobile TB screening van
Srinagar, June 23,2026-Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, handed over a Mobile Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Van to the District Tuberculosis Centre under the IDBI Bank CSR Initiative, marking a significant step towards strengthening tuberculosis detection, prevention, and treatment services in the district. The specially equipped Ni-Kshay Vahaan is expected to enhance mobile screening, active case-finding, and […]