Students inspired by Astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla at Chinar Book Festival in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 20,2026- Students from across Jammu and Kashmir had a rare opportunity to interact with Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla during a special session at the ongoing Chinar Book Festival at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. The interactive session drew enthusiastic participation from hundreds of students, teachers and […]
DC Akshay Labroo flags off Chinar Book Festival Shikara Rally on Dal Lake
Srinagar, July 16,2026- Ahead of the much-awaited 3rd Chinar Book Festival 2026, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo on Thursday flagged off the Chinar Book Festival Shikara Rally on the iconic Dal Lake, marking the official commencement of promotional activities for the literary extravaganza. The colourful rally, featuring traditionally decorated shikaras carrying festival banners and promotional material, […]
Anantnag’s Daughter Clears Judicial Exam in First Attempt, Credits Self Study and Books
Anantnag’s Daughter Clears Judicial Exam in First Attempt, Credits Self Study and Books I am very happy that I qualified this exam in the first attempt. And I also worked hard on it. I had done holistic studies for six-seven months. I am very happy when the result came today, said Sharda Rashid Khan, Qualified […]
Discover the Magic of Reading: Chinar book festival Srinagar
The preservation of our traditional wisdom is not just a duty but a vibrant way to inspire and connect generations. The second Chinar Book Festival, held from August 2-10, 2025, at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, embodied this spirit by celebrating the power of books and the richness of Kashmiri culture. Organized […]
The New Jammu & Kashmir – A Journey from Fear to Hope
Under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, the new Jammu & Kashmir has transformed into a land of opportunity, growth, and unity. Jobs are being created, and economic assistance is reaching those who need it the most. This is no longer a place that embraces separatists, but one that embraces ordinary Kashmiris with warmth […]
Women’s Day: Doda govt gives laptops, tricycles, books & fitness equipment to help women fly high
To celebrate International Women’s Day, the Doda govt thought unique. It distributed laptops, tricycles, books and fitness equipment to help women fly high. Doda celebrated Women’s Day with ethusiasm in District Community Hall. We did a lot of planning for this programme, informed an official in Doda. This year’s Women’s Day programme was an opportunity […]
‘Back to School’ responses from J&K students as teachers welcome them after winter break
Students at Lyceum International School in Jammu & Kashmir expressed excitement and gratitude as they returned to classes on March 7, 2025, following an extended winter break. The reopening, delayed due to inclement weather, was marked by warm welcomes from teachers and staff, creating a homely atmosphere for the students. Back to School reactions from […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha at National Book Fair in New Delhi
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha visited the National Book Trust’s World Book Fair in New Delhi, emphasising the fair as an ideal platform to promote reading habits, celebrate the contributions of literary communities, and stay updated on emerging ideas. The event serves as an excellent opportunity for writers, citizens, and intellectuals to […]