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 […]
J&K Thang-Ta Association announces selection trials in Srinagar on september 22-23
Srinagar, September 12, 2025: The Jammu and Kashmir Thang-Ta Association has announced the much-anticipated selection trials for aspiring martial artists, scheduled to take place on September 22 and 23 at a prominent sports venue in Srinagar. This event aims to identify talented participants for upcoming national and state-level competitions, promoting the ancient Manipuri martial art […]
Kashmiri Pashmina with Sozni embroidery: A hidden gem for Middle East markets
Srinagar, Kashmir – September 11, 2025 – In the serene valleys of Kashmir, master weaver Waheed Ahmad meticulously crafts hand-spun Pashmina shawls adorned with intricate Sozni embroidery, a centuries-old art form that has quietly found its way into the cultural fabric of the Middle East. These luxurious textiles, often mistaken as simple headscarves in countries like […]
Modern looms boost Kashmiri carpet weaving heritage
Srinagar, September 11, 2025 – Union Textiles Secretary Neelam Shami Rao reaffirmed the government’s commitment to preserving and promoting Kashmir’s centuries-old tradition of hand-knotted carpet weaving during a significant event at the Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT) campus in Srinagar. The occasion marked the distribution of Modified Modern Steel Carpet Looms to artisans under the Integrated Wool Development Programme […]
Ali Emran’s ‘Baand’ shines a spotlight on Kashir’s endangered folk theatre
Srinagar, September 11, 2025 – Hot Ice Productions unveiled the official poster for Baand: The Musical Journey of an Artist, a Kashmiri-language feature film directed by acclaimed filmmaker Ali Emran. This cinematic tribute celebrates Baand-e-Pather, Kashmir’s traditional folk theatre, while highlighting the resilience of artists striving to preserve their cultural heritage amid rapid societal changes. The unveiling event buzzed with […]
Wed in Kashmir: A new era for destination weddings
Srinagar, September 10, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir is poised to become India’s capital for destination weddings, as Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the Hindusthan-2025 Wedding Planners Expo at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. The event marked the official launch of the “Wed in Kashmir” initiative, aimed at transforming the valley’s breathtaking […]
17th annual Gangbal Yatra begins in Ganderbal Amid religious fervour
Ganderbal, Aug 30, 2025: The 17th Annual Gangbal Yatra, also known as the “Kailash of Kashmir,” commenced on Saturday from the Naranag base camp in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district, marking a significant spiritual journey for Kashmiri Pandits. Organised by the Harmukh Ganga Gangbal Trust (HGGT) under the leadership of Vinod Pandit, the pilgrimage to the […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha Addresses Youth at Hindi Rangmanch – Humari Bhasha, Humari Pehchaan in Srinagar
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed youth at the event “Hindi Rangmanch – Humari Bhasha, Humari Pehchaan” organised by the Wadies Hindi Shiksha Samiti at Tagore Hall, Srinagar. The program highlighted the promotion of Hindi as an official language and its role in strengthening India’s shared cultural identity. In his keynote address, […]
Machail Mata Yatra
In the picturesque valleys of Bhaderwah, an extraordinary confluence of faith and devotion was witnessed today. Despite the recent cloudburst tragedy on the Machail Mata Yatra route in Kishtwar, the spirits of the devotees remained unshaken. Thousands of pilgrims, immersed in divine fervor, joined the sacred procession of the Chhadi Mubarak. The beats of drums, […]