The fragrant legacy of Kashmir’s Ittar artisan
Kashmir,October 8,2025-Nestled in the heart of Srinagar’s ancient lanes, where the Jhelum River hums softly under wooden bridges, lives Ghulam Nabi Dar, a 68-year-old maestro of ittar—Kashmir’s soulful, alcohol-free perfume. In a world seduced by mass-produced scents, Dar’s workshop is a time capsule, its walls steeped in the aroma of wild roses, saffron, and cedarwood. Here, […]
Kashmir’s soul shines: Muslim youth safeguards ancient Shivling in Handwara
Kashmir , October 6,2025 -In a heartwarming display of Kashmiriyat — the age-old tradition of coexistence and mutual respect — a young Kashmiri Muslim man, Aaqib Rasool, from Turkapora, Handwara in Kupwara district of North Kashmir, discovered an ancient stone Shivling while tilling his horticultural land and promptly handed it over to the authorities. The […]
Lal Ded: The timeless Shaivite mystic of Kashmir
Srinagar, October 5, 2025 — In the heart of the Kashmir Valley, where the Jhelum River weaves through the snow-capped Himalayas, the legacy of Lal Ded, the revered Shaivite mystic saint, continues to illuminate the path to spiritual awakening. Born in 1320 CE in a Kashmiri Brahmin family in Pandrethan, the ancient Puranadhisthana on the […]
Gandhi Shilp Bazaar opens at Kashmir Haat, celebrating authentic Kashmiri handicrafts
Srinagar, October 2, 2025: A 10-day Gandhi Shilp Bazaar was inaugurated today at Kashmir Haat, spotlighting the rich heritage of Kashmir handicrafts and handloom products. The event, organized by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, was graced by Mussarat Islam, Director, Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, alongside Rafiq Ahmad, Assistant Director, Handicrafts, Ministry of Textiles, Manager Central Market, and other senior officials.The bazaar features 70 […]
Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo visits Sharda Temple at LoC Teetwal, Kashmir
Teetwal, Kashmir, October 2, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo made a historic visit to the Sharda Temple at the Line of Control (LoC) in Teetwal, Kashmir, marking his first visit to the LoC as Chief Secretary. Accompanied by his wife, Deputy Commissioner Kupwara Shrikant Suse, SSP Kupwara Gulam Geelani, and other officials, […]
Kashmiri Pandits celebrate Shardiya Navratri 2025 in Bandipora
Bandipora, 29 September, 2025: The Shardiya Navratri 2025 celebrations in Bandipora witnessed vibrant festivities as Kashmiri Pandits came together to observe the nine-day religious occasion with devotion, cultural performances, and community gatherings. The celebrations included traditional rituals, prayers, and devotional singing, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Kashmiri Pandit community. Residents expressed joy and […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates Basohli Utsav, celebrates India’s cultural renaissance
Jammu, September 28, 2025 – The Basohli Utsav, a vibrant celebration of art, culture, and tradition, was inaugurated today by Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha in Basohli, Kathua. Organized by the J&K Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages, Divisional Administration, Jammu, and Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA), the event underscores the rich heritage of Basohli and its global significance. The […]
World Tourism Day: LG Manoj Sinha invites tourists to explore J&K’s timeless beauty
Kashmir, 27 September 2025- On the occasion of World Tourism Day, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha extended a warm invitation to travellers from across India and abroad to visit Jammu and Kashmir, a land blessed with stunning landscapes, a rich cultural heritage, and unmatched hospitality. Describing J&K as the crown jewel of India, LG Sinha said […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha addresses Hindi Fortnight Seminar in Srinagar
Srinagar, September 19, 2025 – On the occasion of Hindi Fortnight, Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinhaaddressed a one-day National Seminar organized by the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Srinagarand the Central Institute of Indian Languages. The event, focused on the theme of Unity in Indian Languages, emphasized youth empowerment, innovation, and nation-building to foster national unity and developed India. Linguistic Diversity: Symbol of India’s Excellence In his keynote address, LG […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah chairs tourism development review meeting
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to review the development of emerging tourist destinations across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting focused on strengthening infrastructure, improving connectivity, and enhancing facilities to promote the Union Territory as a premier tourism hub. The meeting was attended by Advisor to the CM Nasir Aslam […]