Eco-Friendly push:Waste segregation at Amarnath Yatra 2025
Srinagar, July 21, 2025: The Amarnath Yatra 2025, which commenced on July 3 and will conclude on August 9, is setting a new benchmark for environmental sustainability through robust waste management initiatives. With thousands of pilgrims trekking to the sacred Amarnath Cave at 3,880 meters in the Kashmir Himalayas, the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board […]
Kulgam youth turns plastic waste into eco-friendly bags
Kulgam, Jammu & Kashmir – In a remarkable stride towards sustainability, a young innovator from Kulgam, along with his team at@FWawes, is turning single-use plastic waste—such as discarded chips packets, Maggi wrappers, and shampoo pouches—into stylish, eco-friendly bags. Supported by the Directorate of Sanitation, this initiative is redefining waste management by upcycling plastic into sustainable […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Fostering bonds between locals and pilgrims
The Amarnath Yatra 2025, a sacred Hindu pilgrimage to the 3,880-meter-high cave shrine in south Kashmir, has not only been a spiritual journey but also a testament to the unity and collaboration between locals and pilgrims. Commencing on July 3 and concluding on August 9, 2025, the yatra has drawn over 1.82 lakh devotees in its first ten days, […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Ramban ensures clean, safe pilgrimage
Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, July 13, 2025 – The Ramban district administration has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure round-the-clock sanitation and cleanliness along the Amarnath Yatra route, prioritizing a safe and hygienic environment for pilgrims during the ongoing pilgrimage. According to Mohammed Ashfaq Khanji, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat and Nodal Officer for sanitation, over 1,200 washrooms […]
Srinagar launches NCMP E-Card for women’s free travel on electric buses
Srinagar, J&K, June 15, 2025 – Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL) has announced the introduction of an E-card system, dubbed the NCMP card, for women passengers availing the free travel facility on electric buses in Srinagar. Launched on June 14, 2025, this initiative aims to streamline access to the popular free bus service, curb overcrowding, […]
J&K launches 3 easy steps for a cleaner J&K campaign to promote sustainable practices
Srinagar, April 16, 2025: The Jammu and Kashmir administration has unveiled a new initiative, 3 Easy Steps for a Cleaner J&K, urging residents to adopt simple yet impactful habits to preserve the region’s pristine environment. The campaign focuses on three key actions: segregating waste, reducing littering, and refusing single-use plastics. Step one encourages households and […]
Tawi Riverfront to bloom with green plantations ahead of monsoons and Amarnath Yatra 2025
Jammu, April 15, 2025 – The Tawi Riverfront, Jammu’s ambitious waterfront project, is gearing up for a stunning transformation with sprawling green plantations planned along its banks in the coming months. As the monsoon season nears, this vibrant initiative promises to turn the riverfront into a lush haven, perfectly timed to complement the spiritual and […]
Remote-controlled boat tackles Dal lake pollution
Srinagar, April 13, 2025: A remote-controlled garbage collection boat was introduced in Dal Lake, Srinagar, on Saturday, marking a significant step toward preserving the ecological health of this iconic water body. The initiative, spearheaded by the Lakes and Waterways Development Authority , aims to tackle pollution caused by solid waste, plastic debris, and floating garbage […]
Srinagar’s cycle sharing: High investment, low returns
Srinagar, April 09, 2025 – Srinagar’s ambitious cycle-sharing project, launched as part of the Smart City initiative, is facing scrutiny after reports revealed a stark disparity between its hefty investment and meager returns. Costing over Rs 13.20 crore to establish cycle tracks and a bike-sharing system, the project has generated just Rs 4.48 lakh in […]
Kashmir’s first organic mealworm farm pioneers sustainable agriculture
Srinagar, March 22, 2025 – In a groundbreaking stride for sustainable farming in the Kashmir Valley, entrepreneur Mohammed Zubair has launched the region’s first organic mealworm farm, transforming adversity into opportunity and positioning Kashmir as an unlikely hub for alternative protein innovation. His journey began amid personal and economic challenges, potentially linked to the region’s […]