LG Manoj Sinha: Agriculture, the next big frontier for youth
Kashmir, August 21, 2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha opened a series of facilities at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Jammu and started the Startup Outreach Programme under JKCIP. The event brought together researchers, inventors, young entrepreneurs and farmers from over the Jammu region. The facilities that were opened included the Unnati Girls […]
Mission YUVA Budgam: DLIC approves 230 cases to boost youth employment
Budgam , August 19,2026- DLIC Budgam approves 230 cases verified by the Small Business Development Unit (SBDU) under Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyamita Vikas Abhiyan), in a significant push towards boosting employment opportunities for youth across the district. The decision was taken during a meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC), Budgam, chaired by District Development […]
DC Samba Ayushi Sudan reviews Mission YUVA progress, pushes for faster implementation and youth self-employment
Samba, August 6, 2026- Deputy Commissioner Samba, Ayushi Sudan, reviewed the progress of Mission YUVA, emphasizing the need for stronger coordination among departments, faster implementation, and enhanced support mechanisms to create sustainable self-employment opportunities for the youth. During the review meeting, the Deputy Commissioner directed officials to work in close coordination to ensure the timely […]
Tourism boom transforms Jammu & Kashmir as visitor footfall crosses 2.36 crore after Article 370
Srinagar, August 5,2026- Jammu & Kashmir’s tourism sector has witnessed unprecedented growth in the years following the abrogation of Article 370, emerging as one of the strongest drivers of the Union Territory’s economic revival. From approximately 25 lakh tourist visits in 2020 to more than 2.36 crore visitors, the region has experienced a remarkable surge […]
BHAVYA scheme to transform J&K’s industrial landscape with investment-ready parks
Jammu, August 4,2026- The Government of India’s BHAVYA Scheme is set to transform the industrial ecosystem of Jammu & Kashmir by developing world-class, investment-ready industrial parks equipped with modern infrastructure and plug-and-play facilities. Speaking to DD News Jammu, Director Industries & Commerce Jammu, Dr. Arun Manhas, said the ambitious initiative will strengthen the Union Territory’s […]
CM Omar Abdullah launches ASCEND 2026 Startup Summit in Srinagar, reaffirms J&K’s commitment to innovation
Srinagar, July 23,2026- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday inaugurated the ASCEND 2026 Startup Summit in Srinagar, reaffirming the Jammu and Kashmir Government’s commitment to building a vibrant startup ecosystem, fostering innovation, and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs and young innovators across the Union Territory. The summit brought together startup founders, entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, […]
Government approves ₹255 crore for two Unity Malls in Jammu & Kashmir to boost local economy
Kashmir,July 23,2026- In a significant boost to the local economy and the promotion of indigenous products, the Government has approved ₹255 crore for the establishment of two Unity Malls in Srinagar and Jammu. The initiative aims to provide a dedicated platform for local artisans, handloom weavers, handicraft makers, GI-tagged product producers, and regional entrepreneurs to showcase […]
357 youth entrepreneurship cases approved under Mission YUVA in Udhampur
Udhampur, July 20,2026- Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa, chaired a meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) under Mission YUVA, during which 357 cases were approved for financial assistance to promote entrepreneurship and self-employment among the district’s youth. The approved cases will enable aspiring entrepreneurs to establish new ventures and expand existing businesses, providing […]
Awantipora’s Samira Jan launches J&K’s first NRLM-Supported travel agency under DAY-NRLM
Awantipora, July 16,2026-In a significant milestone for women entrepreneurship in Jammu and Kashmir, Samira Jan from Awantipora has launched the Union Territory’s first travel agency supported under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). The initiative marks a major step towards empowering rural women through sustainable self-employment and promoting entrepreneurship under the Central Government’s […]
Pampore Youth Rafiq Rasool pioneers modern farming, creates opportunities for local youth
Pampore, June 1,2026- A young farmer from Pampore, Rafiq Rasool, is emerging as a symbol of innovation and self-reliance by transforming traditional farming practices through modern agricultural techniques. With support received under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), Rafiq has successfully established a high-tech polyhouse and ventured into the cultivation of off-season vegetables. His initiative […]