‘Classes of Joy’ teacher capacity building programme continues across Budgam
Budgam, August 10,2026- The ‘Classes of Joy’ Teacher Capacity Building Programme continues across Budgam district, with Batch-II focusing on strengthening the teaching-learning process and addressing learning gaps among students. The ongoing capacity-building initiative is aimed at enhancing teachers’ skills in Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) while promoting joyful, interactive and engaging classroom environments. During […]
87 drug peddlers arrested in Budgam during 100-day anti-drug drive
Budgam, July 25,2026- In a major crackdown on narcotics, Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested 87 drug peddlers in Budgam district during the recently concluded 100-day anti-drug campaign, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to creating a drug-free society. The sustained drive targeted individuals involved in the illegal drug trade through intensified surveillance, intelligence-based operations, and coordinated enforcement across […]
LG Manoj Sinha salutes Martyr HC Ashiq Hussain Qureshi, reaffirms resolve against terrorism
Budgam, July 24, 2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited Lalpora in Beerwah, Budgam, to meet the family members of Martyr Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi of the Jammu & Kashmir Police, who laid down his life in the line of duty. Kashmir , July 24,2026-Expressing deep condolences, the Lieutenant Governor said that the courage, dedication, […]
NIFT Budgam graduating students showcase innovation, craftsmanship and entrepreneurial spirit
Budgam, July 20,2026- The graduating students of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Budgam displayed their creativity, innovation, and technical expertise through an impressive showcase of original fashion collections and design projects, reflecting the evolving talent emerging from Jammu & Kashmir. Each collection presented by the students highlighted a unique story, blending contemporary design with […]
J&K: Specially-Abled Boy Zahid from Budgam Dreams of Meeting Tiger Shroff and Becoming a Star
J&K: Specially-Abled Boy Zahid from Budgam Dreams of Meeting Tiger Shroff and Becoming a Star Now thank God Zahid can play games, he talks, he walks around, he had even gone to meet the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha to receive an award. It is a big thing. Receiving an award […]
DC Budgam Athar Aamir Khan leads Women’s Day celebration event
Budgam, March 8,2026- International Women’s Day 2026 was celebrated with enthusiasm and a spirit of empowerment at Sheikh-ul-Alam Hall in Budgam, where district officials, women achievers, and members of civil society gathered to mark the occasion and highlight the growing role of women in society. The event was presided over by Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Athar […]
Boost for fishers as ice boxes distributed
Budgam, January 20,2026-Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat (IAS), on Tuesday distributed 253 ice boxes among fishers and fish farmers under the Jammu and Kashmir Competitive Improvement Project (JKCIP), aimed at reducing post-harvest losses, improving hygiene standards, and enhancing incomes in the fisheries sector. The initiative is part of the administration’s broader efforts to […]
DC Budgam distributes PMAY-U 2.0 sanction letters to beneficiaries
Kashmir, November 22,2025-Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat (IAS), distributed PMAY-Urban 2.0 sanction letters to 16 beneficiaries of Municipal Committee Chadoora and 14 beneficiaries of Municipal Committee Budgam, marking a significant step toward improving urban housing access in the district. During the distribution ceremony, the DC directed Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to ensure the […]
Special train service from Budgam to Katra flagged off for passengers
Srinagar, September 20, 2025: The Railways today launched a special train service from Budgam to Katra, providing a convenient travel facility for passengers of Jammu and Kashmir. Officials said the new Budgam–Katra train will greatly benefit devotees visiting the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, while also enhancing connectivity between Kashmir and Jammu regions. The service […]
Kashmiri apples gain lifeline as railways launch special parcel vans to Delhi and Jammu
SRINAGAR, 11 September ,2025 — In a significant boost to Kashmir’s horticulture sector, Indian Railways launched two dedicated parcel vans on Thursday, September 11, 2025, to transport Kashmiri apples from Budgam station to Delhi and Jammu. This initiative aims to provide a faster, safer, and more reliable alternative to the Srinagar–Jammu National Highway (NH-44), which […]