From 70 trays to 500: Kashmir’s ‘Mushroom Man’ Gauhar Ali Lone builds success through integrated farming
Gulmarg, November 10,2026- In an inspiring example of entrepreneurship, innovation and self-reliance, Gauhar Ali Lone, a resident of Tangmarg in Baramulla district, has emerged as a successful mushroom cultivator and integrated farming entrepreneur, earning recognition across the Kashmir Valley as the “Mushroom Man” and “Mushroom King”. Through dedication, hard work and the effective utilisation of […]
J&K government sets up four-tier mechanism to implement circular economy policy 2026
Srinagar, November 1,2026-The Jammu and Kashmir Government has established a four-tier institutional mechanism to ensure the effective implementation of the Circular Economy Policy 2026, marking an important step towards strengthening waste management, promoting resource recovery and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities across the Union Territory. The initiative aims to transform the existing approach towards waste management […]
Pulwama Girls Embrace Beekeeping to Build a Path Towards Self-Reliance
A group of girls from Patipora village in Pulwama district, led by group head Naziya Nazir, is creating new livelihood opportunities through beekeeping and honey production under the CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM) Floriculture Mission. The girls received training and technical guidance from CSIR-IIIM on various aspects of beekeeping, including hive management, honey collection, […]
Rajouri’s Rural Poultry Success Story
The poultry project established under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) in Ghamir Parmana, Rajouri, is emerging as a shining example of rural entrepreneurship and employment generation. With an investment of approximately ₹1.10 crore, the project has established a modern poultry unit equipped with 3,000 parent stock and a hatchery facility. It is […]
Dairy Farm and Vermicompost Unit Create New Livelihood Opportunities
A dairy farm and vermicompost unit is creating new livelihood opportunities by combining livestock farming with sustainable agricultural practices. The enterprise currently has more than 20 cows and heifers, while a vermicompost unit was established with support from the Agriculture Department in 2025. The unit uses cow dung, often described as “black gold,” […]
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 […]