Omar Abdullah inaugurates buyer-seller meet in Srinagar to promote J&K handicrafts
Srinagar, June 30, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah attended the International Buyer-Seller Meet 2025 at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, marking a significant step toward empowering local craftspersons by fostering market linkages and enhancing exposure for the region’s renowned handicraft industry. Organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Trade […]
Peer Ki Gali Tunnel: A Lifeline for Shopian’s Apple Growers
In the heart of Kashmir’s apple bowl, Shopian, fruit growers are celebrating a historic milestone: the approval of the Peer Ki Gali Tunnel along the Mughal Road. This ₹3,830-crore project, sanctioned by the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on June 23, 2025, promises to make the 84-km Mughal Road an all-weather route, ensuring […]
Dr Bilal Bhat inaugurates Youth Entrepreneurship Mela at Kashmir Haat, sparks startup spirit
Srinagar, June 14, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, inaugurated the Potential Entrepreneurship Mela at Kashmir Haat (Numaish Gah) today at 5:16 PM IST, marking a significant step toward fostering entrepreneurship among Jammu and Kashmir’s youth. The event, organized by the District Administration Srinagar in collaboration with key government departments, […]
JK Cement enters Kashmir with 60% stake acquisition in Saifco cements
Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – JK Cement Ltd., a leading Indian cement manufacturer, has formalized a joint venture with Saifco Cements Pvt. Ltd., acquiring a 60% stake for ₹149.81 crore, marking its entry as the first major cement producer to establish operations in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. The strategic acquisition, completed on June 6, 2025, […]
Eight more Kashmiri Crafts earn GI tag, celebrating heritage and empowering artisans
Srinagar, April 4, 2025: Kashmir’s vibrant artisanal legacy reached a new milestone as eight traditional crafts received Geographical Indication tag recognition from the GI Registry in Chennai. The newly registered crafts—Kashmir Namda, Kashmir Gabba, Kashmir Willow Bat, Kashmir Tweed, Crewel, Kashmir Chain Stitch, Shikara, and Wagguv—join seven previously recognised crafts, bringing the total number of […]
Farmer Kewal Kumar thrives with chemical-free jaggery unit under PMFME scheme
Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir, March 21, 2025 – Kewal Kumar, a dedicated sugarcane farmer from Dahanu village in Udhampur district, has emerged as a success story in sustainable agriculture. With support from the Prime Minister Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme, Kumar has established a thriving chemical-free jaggery making unit, contributing to both local […]
Rooftop Solar Success and Challenges in Jammu and Kashmir under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
Jammu and Kashmir, March 21, 2025 – The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a flagship initiative to provide free electricity through rooftop solar installations, has seen notable success across households in Jammu and Kashmir. Launched in February 2024, the scheme has empowered many residents with clean energy, aligning with India’s renewable energy goals. However, […]
Baramulla’s transformation journey
Baramulla, 20-3-2025 I Baramulla is making remarkable strides in financial inclusion, skill development, and digital empowerment under the Aspirational Districts Programme . Recognised for its outstanding progress, the district has been awarded ₹3 crore to further accelerate its transformation journey. The district has seen significant advancements through targeted initiatives. Financial inclusion efforts have boosted registrations […]
Women in Udhampur embrace empowerment through government schemes
Udhampur| March 08, 2025 On this International Women’s Day, the spotlight shines on the women of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, who are steadily carving paths to self-reliance and empowerment through transformative government initiatives. Schemes such as Self Help Groups , the National Rural Livelihood Mission , and the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme […]
SARAS Aajeevika Mela concludes in Jammu, boosts business for women SHGs
Jammu, March 1, 2025 – The SARAS Aajeevika Mela, a vibrant showcase of rural craftsmanship and entrepreneurship, concluded at Kala Kendra in Jammu, leaving a significant mark on the region’s rural economy. Organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission under the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, the 10-day event witnessed robust […]