A New Chapter of Hope and Dignity for Kashmiri Pandit Families
The inauguration of 1,416 transit accommodation flats at Zewan (Srinagar), Kakan Maran (Budgam), and Kulangam Bagh (Kupwara) by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha marks a significant milestone in the welfare of PM Package employees and their families. These newly constructed residential complexes are more than just buildings; they represent hope, security, dignity, and a brighter future. […]
District Administration Budgam Organises ‘Run for Unity’ to Mark Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabh
National Unity Day, observed every year on October 31 to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, was celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country. In Budgam district, the District Administration and District Police jointly organised a grand Run for Unity, witnessing enthusiastic participation from students, local residents and people from […]
KVK Budgam Celebrates Women Farmers Day, Promotes Empowerment and Agri-Entrepreneurship
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Budgam, under SKUAST-Kashmir, celebrated Women Farmers Day at its campus in Harran, Budgam, to recognise the invaluable contributions of women to agriculture and rural development. The programme was graced by Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, who emphasised women’s vital role in modern agriculture, decision-making, and entrepreneurship. She […]
HADP Scheme Brings New Hope to Vegetable Growers in Bugam
Bugam village of Chadoora in Budgam district, popularly known as the “Chhota Punjab of Kashmir,” has a rich tradition of vegetable cultivation. For nearly three decades, local farmers have been growing vegetables and supplying fresh produce to markets across Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the country. Progressive farmer Mukhtar Ahmad Bhat has […]
Budgam hosts UT-Level U-17 Girl’s Volleyball meet
Budgam, October 12,2026- The future of sports in Kashmir looks bright, and young girls are leading the way. Budgam is hosting the UT-level Under-17 Girls’ Volleyball Championship, with 20 teams from across Jammu and Kashmir taking the court to showcase their skills, discipline and team spirit. The tournament has turned the host venue into a […]
Spring Buds Education Institute Holds Emotional Feet-Washing Ceremony to Honour Parents
Spring Buds Education Institute organised an emotional “Feet Washing Ceremony for Parents” to promote respect for parents, strengthen family values and instil moral and Islamic values among students. The initiative encouraged students to recognise the love and sacrifices of their parents and express gratitude through respect and service. Students washed the feet of […]
PM National Dialysis Programme Brings Free Kidney Care to Patients at SDH Chadoora
The Pradhan Mantri National Dialysis Programme (PMNDP) is providing crucial support to economically weaker patients suffering from kidney-related ailments at Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Chadoora in Budgam. The dialysis centre at SDH Chadoora has been providing services under the programme for more than a year. According to doctors at the centre, around 70 patients have been […]
‘The Soil Here Is Imbued with Love’: Vasuki Nag Temple Havan Celebrates Kashmir’s Spirit of Harmony
Watch the annual Havan at the Vasuki Nag Temple in Budgam, Jammu & Kashmir where devotees, community members and local residents came together in a celebration rooted in faith, shared memories and Kashmir’s enduring spirit of harmony. For Kamal Jivak, a devotee from Budgam whose father served in the Army, the gathering brought back memories […]
Mission YUVA Budgam: DLIC approves 230 cases to boost youth employment
Budgam , August 19,2026- DLIC Budgam approves 230 cases verified by the Small Business Development Unit (SBDU) under Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyamita Vikas Abhiyan), in a significant push towards boosting employment opportunities for youth across the district. The decision was taken during a meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC), Budgam, chaired by District Development […]
National Handloom Award: Kashmir’s Kani weavers honoured
Srinagar, August 18,2026- National Handloom Award has brought national recognition to Kashmir’s centuries-old Kani weaving tradition, with Kanihama weavers Manzoor Ahmad Hajam and Fayaz Ahmad Wani receiving the prestigious honour for their Chand-Daar Kani Shawl.Manzoor Ahmad Hajam of Kanihama in Budgam district has been conferred the prestigious National Handloom Award, in a moment of quiet triumph […]