Umeed-Ka-Zaika cafe in Kulgam emerges as symbol of women empowerment and self-reliance
Kulgam, May 22,2026- “Umeed-Ka-Zaika,” a canteen-cum-café operated by women under the UMEED-NRLM scheme, is emerging as a shining example of self-reliance, women empowerment, and grassroots entrepreneurship in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district. The initiative, launched under the UMEED–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), is providing sustainable livelihood opportunities to local women by enabling them to manage and […]
RSETI in Doda empowering rural youth through skill-based training
Doda, May 8,2026- The Rural Self Employment Training Institute in Doda is playing a significant role in reducing rural unemployment by providing free skill-based training programmes aimed at promoting self-employment among youth and women. The institute, a joint initiative of the Ministry of Rural Development and the State Bank of India offers short-term residential courses […]
Omar Abdullah calls on J&K youth to create jobs, not just seek them
Jammu, March 5,2026- In a bid to promote innovation and entrepreneurship among the youth, Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah participated in the Startup Outreach Programme under the Jammu & Kashmir Crop Innovation Platform (JKCIP) at SKUAST-Jammu today. The event brought together students, young entrepreneurs, and representatives of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs). Addressing the […]
Youth are architects of India’s future: LG Manoj Sinha at Innovathon 1.0 Valedictory function
Jammu, February 2026- Emphasising the transformative power of young minds, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that the youth of India are not watching the future unfold from the sidelines but are actively shaping it through innovation, research, and entrepreneurship. He made these remarks while attending the valedictory function of Innovathon 1.0, a 48-hour […]
Mission YUVA Strengthens Grassroots Outreach Across Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu, January 20,2026-Mission YUVA (Youth Upliftment and Volunteer Action) has gathered significant momentum across Jammu and Kashmir, achieving coverage in nearly 95 per cent of panchayats and facilitating loans worth ₹847 crore to 14,887 applicants, officials said. The flagship initiative, aimed at promoting self-employment and entrepreneurship among youth, has emerged as a key pillar of […]
Naya J&K on the global stage: ₹13.5 crore sales at IITF 2025
Kashmir, 28 November 2025 — Jammu & Kashmir made a remarkable impression at the India International Trade Fair 2025, with its pavilion generating ₹13.50 crore in sales and attracting over 6,000 business leads. The showcase highlighted the Union Territory’s vibrant crafts, agro-products, and rapidly expanding entrepreneurial ecosystem, marking a milestone for Naya Jammu & Kashmir. […]
J&K EDI startups gain global spotlight at Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025
Kashmir , November 22, 2025-Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (J&K EDI)–incubated startups made a strong mark at the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2025, drawing significant interest from global investors, tech leaders and industry delegations. Showcasing innovations across agri-tech, AI-driven services, renewable energy and smart governance solutions, the J&K pavilion emerged as a key attraction at […]
When business meets inspiration: LG Manoj Sinha & Raj Babbar illuminate CCIK’s 18th AGM
Srinagar, November 6,2025- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended the 18th Annual General Meeting of the Chamber of Commerce & Industries Kashmir , marking a significant occasion for dialogue and collaboration between the government and the business community. The event brought together prominent entrepreneurs, industrialists, and stakeholders from across Jammu and Kashmir to discuss strategies […]
LG Manoj Sinha leads Jammu & Kashmir’s march towards confidence and progress
Srinagar, November 2,2025: Under the decisive and reform-driven leadership of Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a transformative era of governance — one marked by confidence, courage, and renewed faith in democracy and development. The Union Territory, once constrained by decades of instability, is now scripting a new chapter of progress […]
LG Manoj Sinha boosts J&K’s startup ecosystem at Self-Reliant India Fund Event
Srinagar, November 1,2025: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the ‘Self Reliant India Fund Outreach’ event held in Srinagar, aimed at empowering startups and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises in Jammu and Kashmir. The event, organised by the Ministry of MSME in collaboration with NVCFL, JKEDI, and the Department of Industries & Commerce, marked a […]