Kashmir Ahead

Schools reopen in Kashmir: A fresh start after the winter break

Doors Open After Three Months of Snow and Silence Srinagar, March 08, 2025 – After a three-month winter hiatus, schools across the Kashmir Valley reopened today, welcoming back students with the promise of a fresh academic start. The break, which began in December 2024 due to harsh winter conditions, saw temperatures plummet below freezing and […]

Zaiyan Shafqat shines in school podcast: A journey of growth at Prerana

Baramulla I March 08, 2025 A Voice from Baramulla Zaiyan Shafqat, a student from Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir, and part of Prerana’s 22nd batch, recently shared his inspiring learning journey on a school podcast. Hailing from a region known for its rich cultural heritage and evolving educational landscape, Zaiyan’s story is one of personal growth […]

Farooq Abdullah expresses optimism over J&K budget

National Conference President Farooq Abdullah has expressed optimism regarding the recently presented Jammu and Kashmir budget, highlighting its potential to provide much-needed relief to the people and foster regional progress. A Budget for Relief and Development Speaking to the media in Jammu on Friday, he shared his hopeful outlook, stating, “We hope the budget brings […]

Three-day snow trekking expedition concludes successfully in Banihal

Banihal, March 06, 2025 – In a bid to boost adventure tourism and winter sports in Jammu and Kashmir, the District Mountaineering Association Ramban, in collaboration with the Indian Army’s Rashtriya Rifles, successfully completed a three-day snow trekking expedition in the picturesque, snow-laden high-altitude meadows of Banihal. The event, which concluded today, showcased the region’s […]

Class VIII students of PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1 Srinagar explore AI and machine learning at vocational education workshop

Srinagar – Students of Class VIII from PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1 Srinagar recently participated in an enriching vocational education workshop focused on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning , underscoring the school’s commitment to equipping young minds with 21st-century skills. The program, which concluded with an educational visit to the National Institute of Electronics […]

Sakeena Itoo inaugurates New Axis Bank Branch in Kulgam, highlights role of financial inclusion in economic growth

KULGAM, FEBRUARY 20: Sakeena Itoo, the Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Education, visited Kulgam district to inaugurate a new Axis Bank branch at Main Chowk. During the inauguration, the Minister emphasised the vital role of accessible banking services in fostering economic growth and financial inclusion. “Financial inclusion is essential to empowering […]

J&K Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary reviews development of Baramulla, issues directives for project completion

Jammu & Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, chaired a high-level meeting in Baramulla to review the district’s development landscape. The meeting focused on assessing the progress of ongoing projects, addressing implementation challenges, and ensuring the timely execution of key initiatives across various sectors. During the meeting, the Deputy Chief Minister conducted an extensive review […]

Education Minister J&K reviews arrangements for Board Examinations

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 13: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, and Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, chaired a crucial meeting at the Civil Secretariat to finalise preparations for the upcoming Board examinations for 10th, 11th, and 12th classes. Addressing the officials, Minister Itoo emphasised the importance of ensuring a conducive environment for students at examination centres. […]

DDC Kulgam reviews physical and financial progress under district capex 2024-25

Kulgam, January 20: District Development Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, chaired a review meeting to assess the physical and financial progress under the District Capex Plan for 2024-25. The meeting was aimed at evaluating the status of ongoing projects and ensuring timely and efficient completion of works. It was reported that out of the 2,600 […]

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