PM Narendra Modi celebrates handloom and handicraft revival in 126th Mann Ki Baat
Kashmir, September 28, 2025 – In the 126th episode of his monthly radio address, Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the transformative growth of India’s handloom and handicraft sector, emphasising the remarkable outcomes achieved through the fusion of tradition and innovation. Drawing parallels with the success of Khadi, PM Modi highlighted how modern approaches are […]
From Poonch to prominence: Zaibun Nissa’s Sukhan Nama redefines fashion
Poonch, September 10, 2025 — In an inspiring journey from the remote town of Poonch, Zaibun Nissa, a determined entrepreneur, has transformed her passion for fashion into a thriving clothing brand, Sukhan Nama. In a candid interview with Syed Sammar Mehdi, the visionary behind the brand shared her remarkable story of overcoming challenges, embracing innovation, and building a startup that resonates with women across Jammu and Kashmir and beyond.Zaibun, […]
Roots of Change: SHG women cultivating sustainable futures in Kupwara
Kupwara, Jammu & Kashmir, April 21, 2025 – Women in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission in Kupwara District are driving transformative change through innovative livelihood generation and sustainable practices. Operating under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), JKRLM has empowered over 91,445 SHGs across Jammu […]
Empowering women through UMEED: A journey of Economic Independence in Ramban
The UMEED scheme, initiated under the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) and implemented in Jammu & Kashmir, is a revolutionary step toward empowering women, especially in rural areas like Ramban. The primary aim of the scheme is to uplift women economically and socially, fostering an environment where they can break out of the traditional boundaries […]
JKTPO organizes e-commerce onboarding drive at Kishtwar
KISHTWAR, JULY 11: As part of the Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization’s (JKTPO’s) series of e-commerce onboarding initiative, a workshop was organized in Kishtwar, in collaboration with the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).This initiative was part of JKTPO’s ongoing efforts to economically empower local sellers by integrating them […]
JKTPO Organizes E-commerce Onboarding Drive in Doda
DODA, JULY 10: As part of the Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization’s (JKTPO) series of e-commerce onboarding initiatives, a workshop was organized in Doda in collaboration with the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC).This initiative is a part of JKTPO’s ongoing efforts to economically empower local sellers by integrating […]