Poonch Taekwondo players win 9 Gold and 1 Silver at UT-Level DYSS Championship, qualify for National Meet
Poonch , October 2, 2026– Taekwondo players from Poonch district have brought pride to the region by winning nine gold medals and one silver medal at the UT-level championship organised by the Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) in Doda. The results have secured the winners a place at the 70th All India SGFI […]
Mandol bridge over Chenab to give All-Weather access to 80,000 people in Doda
Doda , September 30,2026-The Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department has begun work on the Mandol bridge over the Chenab river in Doda, a project that will give all-weather connectivity to nearly 80,000 people in Siraj and adjoining areas. The bridge is being built with assistance from NABARD. The 200-foot-long span will rise about 100 feet […]
Lavender leads the way at JKTPO buyer–seller meet in Jammu
Jammu, September 30,2026- A one-day Buyer-Seller Meet organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) at the Jammu Convention Centre brought together stalls from all districts of the Union Territory under the “One District, One Product” (ODOP) initiative. Among the highlights was a dedicated stall showcasing lavender and value-added lavender products, which drew steady […]
LG Manoj Sinha reviews rain, flood and landslide situation; directs swift relief measures
Srinagar, July 20,2026 Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday reviewed the impact of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides across Jammu & Kashmir by speaking with senior officials and assessing the ongoing rescue and relief operations. Expressing grief over the loss of two lives in Doda, the Lieutenant Governor conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families […]
Doda’s Chenab River development front nears completion, set to boost tourism and recreation
Doda, July 11,2026- Doda district is on the verge of gaining a major recreational and tourism attraction as the Chenab River Development Front nears completion. Around 80% of the work on the ambitious ₹5-crore riverfront development project has been completed, marking a significant step towards enhancing public infrastructure and promoting tourism in the region. The […]
J&K: Doda Social Welfare Department Extends Women Schemes Pension, Marriage Aid to Thousands
J&K: Doda Social Welfare Department Extends Women Schemes Pension, Marriage Aid to Thousands There are different types of schemes for women lik Pension Scheme given to widows and to handicapped people. Scholarships are given whether it is a SC category or OBC category. Then there is Marriage Assistance Scheme where a girl gets money before […]
Doda empowers 326 youth under Mission YUVA for self-employment
Doda, October 18,2025: In a big push towards empowerment of youth and economic independence, District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) Doda, headed by Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh (IAS), sanctioned 326 cases for self-employment under the Mission YUVA programme. The scheme is focused on entrepreneurship development, innovation, and sustainable livelihood opportunities among youth in the district. One […]
Boys Wrestling championship marks grand finale of Doda sports events
Doda, October 14, 2025:The final day of the ongoing sports events in Doda concluded with an exciting Boys Wrestling Championship, showcasing the talent, strength, and sportsmanship of young athletes from across the district. The championship witnessed intense competition, with participants demonstrating skill, technique, and determination on the mat. Officials and coaches appreciated the enthusiasm and […]
Daughters of the valley: Pinning down barriers in Bhaderwah’s historic girls’ dangal
Kashmir, October 12,2025-In the shadow of the Himalayas, Bhaderwah’s dusty akharas echoed with the roars of a crowd and the thuds of unyielding takedowns on October 12, 2025. Over 150 young wrestlers, including a trailblazing contingent of 60 girls from Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, stormed the mats in the “Shaheed-e-Azad: Daughters of the […]
DC Doda ignites #YouthEmpowerment with Mission YUVA push
Doda, October 9, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda, Harvinder Kumar, IAS, led a dynamic review meeting yesterday to advance Mission YUVA, focusing on amplifying awareness, strengthening inter-departmental coordination, and ensuring swift bank disbursements to foster self-employment among the youth. Held at the DC Office, the session aimed to streamline the scheme’s rollout in Doda, a […]