Team of Punjabi film ‘Raavi de Kande’ meets J&K LG Manoj Sinha

Srinagar, October 14,2025:The team of the upcoming Punjabi film ‘Raavi de Kande’ called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha . The film, which showcases the pristine and scenic beauty of Basohli and Katra, has highlighted Jammu and Kashmir’s cultural and natural landscapes on the big screen. During the meeting, the filmmakers expressed their appreciation for […]
LG Manoj Sinha highlights J&K’s investment potential at Kathua investors meet

Jammu, September 28, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the ‘Investors Meet’ organised by the Department of Industries and Commerce in collaboration with ICICI Bank at Basohli, Kathua. In his keynote address, the Lieutenant Governor said that massive infrastructure development and investor-friendly policies have transformed Jammu and Kashmir into “an attractive investment destination of […]
Atal Setu enhances connectivity and progress in J&K, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab

Basohli, Jammu & Kashmir, April 18, 2025 – The Atal Setu, a 592-meter-long cable-stayed bridge over the Ravi River in Kathua district, continues to transform connectivity among Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab, driving tourism, trade, and regional unity. Inaugurated on December 24, 2015, by then-Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, this engineering marvel, named after […]
Rakesh Kumar’s eye operation highlights Ayushman Bharat’s impact in Jammu and Kashmir

Kashmir , March 24, 2025 – Rakesh Kumar, a resident of Ward No. 13, Basohli, in Jammu and Kashmir, recently underwent a successful eye operation under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. Expressing his gratitude, he praised the government for making quality healthcare accessible to all, a sentiment echoing across the Union Territory […]
DEO Kathua reviews poll preparations

KATHUA, SEPTEMBER 03: District Election Officer Kathua, Dr. Rakesh Minhas today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the readiness for the upcoming Assembly Elections 2024. The meeting involved key officers from Assembly Constituencies 63 Bani, 64 Billawar, 65 Basohli, 66 Jasrota, 67 Kathua, and 68 Hiranagar.Returning Officers (ROs), Assistant Returning Officers (AROs) from each […]
“Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi”: DC Kathua inaugurates training programme for field functionaries of projects

KATHUA, JULY 01: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Dr Rakesh Minhas on Monday inaugurated a series of training programs for ICDS field functionaries as part of “Poshan Bhi Padhai Bhi” initiative.The initiative aims to equip workers with comprehensive knowledge and essential skills crucial for nurturing children during their formative years.Speaking on the occasion, the DC underscored the […]
Revival of Basohli Painting: A Journey through time

Basohli painting, a distinctive form of Indian art originating in the 16th century, reached its zenith in the 18th century. This art form is renowned for its use of natural colors, crafted from organic materials, and its distinctive paper and wood mediums. There is nothing artificial in Basohli paintings; everything is natural, including the use […]
Basohli Utsav | Celebrating Rich Heritage of Art & Culture | Global Recognition of Artisan Products

Basohli Utsav | Celebrating Rich Heritage of Art & Culture | Global Recognition of Artisan Products The Lieutenant Governor gave his best wishes to the people for Basohli Utsav. He said that for the first time he is seeing an ‘Utsav’ usually he sees ‘mahotsav’. The tradition of festivals and fairs has been going on […]
Lt Governor attends Basohli Mahotsav

BASOHLI, OCTOBER 22: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today visited Purthu and participated in the ongoing Basohli Mahotsav. He joined the large number of enthusiastic citizens to celebrate the rich heritage of Basohli.In his address, the Lt Governor congratulated the J&K Administration and Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA) for their collective endeavour to […]
Shardiya Navratri Festival | Laser Show at Ramleela Ground | Basohli, Jammu & Kashmir

Shardiya Navratri Festival | Laser Show at Ramleela Ground | Basohli, Jammu & Kashmir A laser show was held to celebrtae Shardiya Navratri Festival in Basohli, Jammu & Kashmir.