Kashmir’s cycling star Adil Teli pedals his way to the 2025 UCI Gran Fondo World Series in Australia
February 27, 2025 -Adil Teli, a record-breaking cyclist from Kashmir, has secured his place in the 2025 UCI Gran Fondo World Series, scheduled for October 16-19 in Victoria, Australia. The 26-year-old from Budgam earned his qualification with a standout performance at the Spinneys Dubai Cycling Challenge, finishing in the top 25% of his age group […]
Kani Shawls of Kanihama are art pieces, often passed down through generations
Kanihama and its surrounding areas are making significant strides in the production of Kani Shawls, which has been recognised as the One District One Product of the Budgam district. This development is not only a means of preserving Kashmir’s rich cultural heritage but also a source of new opportunities for local artisans. The art of […]
DC Budgam reviews progress of phase-1 restoration and preservation of heritage sites
Budgam, January 16: Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Akshay Labroo, chaired a meeting at the DC office to review the progress and upcoming plans for the restoration, preservation, and maintenance of heritage sites selected for Phase-1 across the district. The DC took stock of renovation and upgradation efforts at key heritage sites, including the Charar-i-Sharief shrine, Dia-Nag […]
DDC Chairman Budgam urges LG Manoj Sinha for Vande Bharat train stop to boost local economy
JAMMU, JANUARY 08: Sh Nazir Ahmad Khan, Chairman, District Development Council Budgam, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha.The DDC Chairman submitted a memorandum of demands to Lieutenant Governor highlighting key development issues of Budgam district including stoppage of the Vande Bharat train at Budgam railway station. He requested that the stoppage of Vande Bharat […]
Sakeena Itoo reviews functioning of H&ME department in Srinagar, Budgam, Ganderbal, Pulwama districts‘emphasises maximising accessibility of healthcare services in rural areas during winters’
SRINAGAR, JANUARY 04: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at Civil Secretariat here regarding performance and functioning of Health and Medical Education (HME) department in Srinagar, Budgam, Ganderbal and Pulwama districts.Deputy Commissioner, Pulwama, Deputy Commissioner, Ganderbal, Deputy Commissioner, Budgam, ADC Srinagar, Director Health […]
Construction begins on Nayabat Office-Soibugh, Budgam; DC reviews progress
Budgam, December 20: Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Akshay Labroo, conducted a comprehensive on-site review of the ongoing construction work at the Nayabat Office, Soibugh. The DC underscored the importance of timely project completion and urged the concerned officials and the executing agency to adhere strictly to the set deadlines, ensuring the delivery of quality work. The […]
J&K Students shine at National Eco Hackathon, secure top positions and prestigious awards
Srinagar, December 17: Jammu and Kashmir students have achieved remarkable success at the National Level Eco Hackathon held at the NDMC Convention Centre, Delhi, bringing further pride to the Department of School Education, J&K. Two students from J&K excelled in the competition, securing the top two positions in the Eco-Creativity & Innovation Hackathon. Humaira Showkat […]
DLSA Srinagar and Budgam observe ‘World Human Rights Day’ at central jail Srinagar
SRINAGAR, DECEMBER 10: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Srinagar, in collaboration with DLSA Budgam and under the aegis of the J&K Legal Services Authority, observed ‘World Human Rights Day’ at Central Jail Srinagar. The event aimed to raise awareness among inmates about human rights and the significance of legal aid in protecting these rights. […]
DC Budgam reviews progress of key infrastructure projects in the district
BUDGAM, DECEMBER 10: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Akshay Labroo, conducted an extensive review of the ongoing construction and upgradation works at several key projects in the district, including the Sheikh-ul-Alam Skill Development Centre, the Old Deputy Commissioner’s Office Complex, the Public Facilitation Centre (PFC), and the new Public Toilet Complex (PTC) at the DC […]
DC Budgam reviews progress of work at Sheikh-ul-Alam Centre for Skill Development
BUDGAM, NOVEMBER 21: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Akshay Labroo Thursday conducted an on-site review of the ongoing work at Sheikh-ul-Alam Hall Centre for Skill Development.The project being executed by the PW(R&B) Department is aimed to provide Budgam with an integrated Skill Development Centre that can be used for hosting multiple training/ skilling sessions for […]