District observes International Literacy Day with mega student rally under ULLAS-NBSK
Baramulla, September 09,2025: On the eve of International Literacy Day 2025, Worthy Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa (IAS), flagged off a mega students rally from BHSS Baramulla under the banner of ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (NBSK). The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, teachers, and community members, showcasing a collective commitment to promote […]
Azharuddin inspires young cricketers at Baramulla trials
Baramulla, September 8, 2025 – Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin visited Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, to guide and inspire budding cricketers during selection trials organized by the Indian Army in collaboration with the Human Aid Society and Dr. Ashai’s. The initiative aimed to identify and nurture young talent from the region, offering them professional guidance […]
Schools reopen across Kashmir after weather disruptions, safety measures ensured
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, September 8, 2025: Schools across the Kashmir Valley resumed operations today, welcoming students back to classrooms after days of closure due to inclement weather, including heavy rainfall and flash floods. The reopening marks a return to normalcy for academic activities, with authorities confirming that robust safety measures are in place to […]
NIA conducts raids across 22 locations in J&K and five states in terror conspiracy probe
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, September 8, 2025: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) launched simultaneous searches at 22 locations across five states—Bihar, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh—and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, targeting a terror conspiracy case. In J&K, raids are underway in Baramulla, Kulgam, Anantnag, and Pulwama districts, focusing […]
J&K Bank opens new branches in Baramulla and Kupwara to enhance financial access
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, September 8, 2025: Reinforcing its commitment to enhancing financial access and driving economic growth in North Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir Bank (J&K Bank) inaugurated two new branches at Nanak Bhawan in Baramulla and Bumhama in Kupwara. The strategic expansion aims to deepen banking services in rural and semi-urban areas, fostering financial […]
J&K Bank’s Mission YUVA events in Baramulla, Rajouri empower youth entrepreneurs
Srinagar, September 8, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Bank organised impactful Login Day events at its Zonal Offices in Baramulla and Rajouri this week as part of the J&K Government’s flagship Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan) initiative, aimed at fostering youth entrepreneurship and self-employment. The events focused on empowering young entrepreneurs by distributing sanction letters […]
Kashmir’s Asif Iqbal becomes first from Baramulla to Umpire International cricket match
In a landmark achievement for Jammu and Kashmir, Asif Iqbal from Khanpora in Baramulla district has become the first individual from north Kashmir to umpire an international cricket match. Iqbal officiated as an on-field umpire in a thrilling tri-nation series match between Pakistan and Afghanistan, with Afghanistan clinching an 18-run victory.Asif Iqbal, affiliated with the […]
Baramulla’s Danish Manzoor wins Bronze at Elite Cup Taekwondo championships in Jordan
Amman, Jordan – In a proud moment for Jammu and Kashmir, Baramulla native Danish Manzoor clinched a bronze medal for India at the prestigious Elite Cup Taekwondo Championships held here. The 22-year-old athlete’s achievement highlights the rising prowess of Indian taekwondo on the international stage, marking a significant milestone for the sport in the region. […]
Baramulla boot camp: Empowering aspiring entrepreneurs
Srinagar/Jammu, August 20, 2025: The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) has launched a series of boot camps under the J&K Startup Idea Challenge, a flagship initiative aligned with the J&K Startup Policy 2024–27. Aimed at fostering entrepreneurial thinking and nurturing youth-led innovation, the boot camps kicked off on Tuesday across colleges and universities […]
HADP saves Kashmiri youth, countering online gambling addictive pull
SRINAGAR, August 14, 2025 – The Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP), a flagship initiative of the Jammu and Kashmir government, is empowering the region’s youth by providing sustainable livelihoods and countering the addictive allure of online gambling platforms. By generating nearly 300,000 jobs, HADP addresses the socio-economic vulnerabilities that drive young people toward compulsive betting […]