Union Home Minister Amit Shah chairs BJP meeting in Jammu, honours key figures
Jammu, April 07, 2025 – Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a significant meeting of all Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs and senior leaders from Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday at the BJP headquarters in Jammu. The gathering, held ahead of key political discussions, underscored the party’s focus on strengthening its presence in the region. Before […]
3rd Lok Samvardhan Parv inaugurated at University of Kashmir by union minister Kiren Rijiju with Omar Abdullah as chief guest
Srinagar, April 6, 2025 – The 3rd Lok Samvardhan Parv was officially inaugurated today at the University of Kashmir in Srinagar by Union Minister for Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju. Organised by the Ministry of Minority Affairs, this vibrant cultural festival aims to celebrate and promote India’s rich cultural heritage, traditional crafts, and culinary skills, with […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah graces almond bloom festival-2025 at Badamwari
Srinagar, April 5, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah graced the Almond Bloom Festival-2025 at Badamwari also known as Almond Alcove, in Srinagar’s historic old city, marking the vibrant arrival of spring in Kashmir. The event, organised by the Tourism Department in collaboration with the Floriculture Department, transformed the picturesque garden into a celebration of […]
Jammu & Kashmir: The Spiritual Energy Zone of India– LG Manoj Sinha on Navreh, Gudi Padwa & Navratri
Jammu & Kashmir: The Spiritual Energy Zone of India– LG Manoj Sinha on Navreh, Gudi Padwa & Navratri On the day of Pratipada of the Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month, herte in Jammu & Kashmir Navreh is being celebrated, somewhere Gudi Padwa is being celebrated, somewhere Ma Durga is being worshipped, said the Lieutenant Governor […]
Eight more Kashmiri Crafts earn GI tag, celebrating heritage and empowering artisans
Srinagar, April 4, 2025: Kashmir’s vibrant artisanal legacy reached a new milestone as eight traditional crafts received Geographical Indication tag recognition from the GI Registry in Chennai. The newly registered crafts—Kashmir Namda, Kashmir Gabba, Kashmir Willow Bat, Kashmir Tweed, Crewel, Kashmir Chain Stitch, Shikara, and Wagguv—join seven previously recognised crafts, bringing the total number of […]
Mustard fields along Srinagar-Jammu highway draw tourists in droves
Srinagar, April 3, 2025 — The vibrant mustard fields lining the Srinagar-Jammu highway have become an unexpected magnet for tourists, transforming the journey between these two cities into a visual spectacle. Visitors are stopping to capture photographs of the golden blooms set against the lush green valley, praising Kashmir’s unmatched beauty and urging others to […]
Eight iconic Kashmir crafts secure geographical indication status, boosting global recognition
Srinagar, April 3, 2025 — In a landmark achievement for Jammu and Kashmir’s cultural heritage, eight traditional crafts from the region have been granted Geographical Indication status, reinforcing their authenticity and elevating their stature in global markets. The recognition, awarded by the Geographical Indications Registry, celebrates the unparalleled artistry of Kashmir’s artisans and aims to […]
DC Baramulla Minga Sherpa reviews PM Vishwakarma Scheme, stresses awareness camps and regular monitoring
Baramulla, 2, April 2025 – The District Development Commissioner of Baramulla Minga Sherpa conducted a comprehensive review of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, a central government initiative aimed at uplifting traditional artisans and craftspeople. The meeting, held at the DC office, focused on ensuring maximum participation of eligible beneficiaries and streamlining the scheme’s implementation across the […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha celebrates Utkala Dibasa, lauds Odisha’s cultural heritage and progress
Jammu, April 01, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended the Odisha Day ‘Utkala Dibasa’ celebration on April 01, 2025, hosted by the Jammu Kashmir Raj Bhawan in Jammu. The event, marking the formation of Odisha as a state in 1936, saw participation from officials, students, faculty members of various educational institutions, and members […]
LG Manoj Sinha unveils ‘Saptrishi Calendar’ and ‘Shardha Mata’s LED 3D desktop Pratima at Raj Bhawan
Jammu, April 01, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today released the ‘Saptrishi Calendar’ and unveiled ‘Shardha Mata’s LED 3D Desktop Pratima’ at Raj Bhawan, marking a significant cultural event in Jammu and Kashmir. The ceremony, held on the eve of the auspicious Saptrishi-5101 Samvat , celebrated the rich heritage and spiritual traditions of the […]