Jal Jeevan Mission brings safe drinking water to 230+ Banihal households
Banihal,November 30,2025: The Krawah Water Supply Scheme, part of the Jal Jeevan Mission, is nearing completion and is expected to provide safe and potable drinking water to over 230 households in the Banihal region. The project has been executed with an investment of ₹270.27 lakh and features a 30,000-gallon capacity storage system. Officials stated that […]
NH-44 stranded: Rain-triggered landslides shut Jammu-Srinagar highway
Srinagar, October 7, 2025 – Continuous heavy rains have triggered multiple blockages on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44), stranding vehicles and disrupting connectivity between Udhampur, Ramban, and Banihal. The highway, a critical lifeline for the Kashmir Valley, is closed for all vehicular traffic due to landslides, slush, and shooting stones at several points, with restoration […]
Jammu division conducts Mega E-Auction to boost railway revenue in Kashmir valley
Srinagar, 25 September 2025:The Jammu Division of Indian Railways successfully conducted a mega e-auction for the allotment of stalls at various railway stations across the Kashmir Valley, aimed at boosting non-fare revenue and optimising railway assets. Organised under the leadership of Senior Divisional Commercial Manager (SDCM) Uchit Singhal, the auction witnessed active participation from bidders […]
Ramban’s Tiranga rally in Banihal celebrates 79th Independence Day
RAMBAN, JAMMU AND KASHMIR, August 11, 2025 – The District Administration Ramban organized a vibrant Tiranga Rally in Banihal on August 11, 2025, as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign to celebrate India’s 79th Independence Day. Led by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Banihal, Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan, and supported by Additional SP Ramban, Gourav Mahajan, and […]
Mega Tiranga Rally sparks patriotism in Banihal for Har Ghar Tiranga campaign
RAMBAN, AUGUST 09, 2025 – A vibrant Mega Tiranga Rally was organized today in Banihal, Ramban district, as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign to commemorate India’s 79th Independence Day. The event, led by Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Banihal, Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan, aimed to foster patriotism and promote national unity. The rally saw enthusiastic participation froxm students, teachers, and local residents, who filled the […]
Dy CM Surinder Choudhary, MLA Sajjad Shaheen Welcome First Amarnath Pilgrims in Banihal
Banihal, July 2, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary and MLA Banihal Sajjad Shaheen, alongside Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) office bearers and respected members of Banihal’s civil society, warmly welcomed the first batch of Shri Amarnath Yatra 2025 pilgrims at the Lamber Langer site in Banihal today. The event […]
DC Ramesh Kumar reviews Amarnath Yatra 2025 preparations, inspects NH-44 in Banihal
Banihal, June 19, 2025: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, conducted an extensive visit to the Banihal area of Ramban district on Wednesday evening to assess the condition of National Highway-44 (NH-44) and review preparations for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2025, scheduled from July 3 to August 9. Accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad […]
Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express begins first journey after PM Modi’s flag-off
Katra, June 7, 2025 – The Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express chugged out of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station at 8:10 AM today, marking its historic inaugural commercial journey to Srinagar, just a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the high-speed train on June 6, 2025. This state-of-the-art train, part of the […]
Northern railway launches Vistadome special train service between Banihal and Budgam to boost Kashmir tourism
Srinagar, April 4, 2025: In response to the surging demand for scenic rail travel in the Kashmir Valley, Northern Railway has introduced a Vistadome special train service connecting Banihal and Budgam. Commencing April 5, 2025, this initiative aims to enhance passenger experiences and promote tourism by offering panoramic views of the region’s breathtaking landscapes. The […]
J&K: 3-Day Snow Trekking Expedition in Banihal’s Sarvadhar Village Reveals Untapped Tourism Prospect
A three-day snow trekking expedition was organised in Sarvadhar, a village in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district of Jammu & Kashmir. There is a famous Shri Mata ChamundaTemple located here. Mata Chamunda Devi Charri Yatra takes place in season, informed the trekker. He said the snow trek expedition was a very beautiful experience and they […]