53 youth beneficiaries get sanction letters under Mission YUVA in Pulwama

PULWAMA, July 23: In a major step toward youth empowerment and self-reliance, Deputy Commissioner Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom, today distributed 53 sanction letters under the Mission YUVA initiative. The distribution event aimed to encourage young individuals to become ambassadors of the scheme and lead the path of entrepreneurship and innovation in the district. Addressing the […]
J&K bank disburses job loans to youth under Mission YUVA, boosting entrepreneurship

Srinagar, July 19, 2025 – J&K Bank has taken a significant step in empowering the youth of Jammu and Kashmir by disbursing job loans under the government’s flagship initiative, Mission YUVA (Mission Youth for Unemployment and Vocation Advancement). The bank organized multiple ‘Roz-e-YUVA’ events in Kashmir and ‘Udyami YUVA Day’ events in Jammu, distributing hundreds of loan […]
J&K emerging as a hub of education and innovation under PM Modi: LG Manoj Sinha

Jammu, July 19, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir has transformed into a rising hub of education and innovation, crediting the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for ushering in a new era of opportunity and development in the Union Territory. Addressing the concluding ceremony of a […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha felicitates women trainees in South Kashmir

Srinagar, July 12, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended the valedictory function of the women’s vocational training course at Army Goodwill School Balapur, Shopian, and felicitated women trainees who completed their Vocational Training and Life Enhancement Skills Courses at six Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Enhancement Centres in Shopian, Pulwama, Kulgam, Budgam, Anantnag, and Pampore.The […]
From dreamers to doers: Mission YUVA fuels J&K’s entrepreneurial surge

Srinagar, June 30, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir’s youth are at the heart of a transformative entrepreneurial revolution with the launch of Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan). Unveiled by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on June 28, 2025, at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, this ambitious initiative targets the creation of 1.37 […]
J&K LG Shri Manoj Sinha’s vision: Transforming Kashmir’s youth

In the picturesque yet historically turbulent region of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), a remarkable transformation is unfolding. Under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, the youth of Kashmir are experiencing a renaissance of opportunities, hope, and empowerment. His administration’s focus on peace, tourism, and holistic development has steered young Kashmiris away from the […]
J&K attracts ₹28,400 crore in industrial incentives in 2.5 years: LG Manoj Sinha

Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir has emerged as a burgeoning hub for industrial growth, with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha announcing that the Union Territory has attracted ₹28,400 crore in industrial incentives under the New Central Sector Scheme (NCSS-2021) in just two and a half years. This milestone underscores J&K’s transformation into an […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha unveils ‘Reimagining Jammu & Kashmir’ Coffee Table Book in Delhi

Kashmir, June 17, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha unveiled ‘Reimagining Jammu & Kashmir,’ a visually stunning coffee table book by photojournalist Ashish Sharma, at a prestigious ceremony in New Delhi. The book chronicles the remarkable transformation of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) since the historic abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, offering a vivid portrayal […]
The Sweetest Startup in Kashmir?

In the heart of Kashmir’s growing startup ecosystem, a young woman is transforming beekeeping into a high-yield, sustainable business model. With government-backed schemes and innovative practices, her venture not only produces premium honey but also empowers women entrepreneurs in rural India. This story offers a practical blueprint for starting a beekeeping startup with real data, migration techniques, and access to subsidies.
Mission YUVA: Transforming Jammu & Kashmir’s Youth into Entrepreneurs

Mission YUVA: Transforming Jammu & Kashmir’s Youth into Entrepreneurs Jammu, June 13, 2025 – Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan), launched under the inspiring slogan “Yuva Sapne, Nayi Ummidein” (Youth Dreams, New Hopes), is empowering the youth of Jammu and Kashmir through entrepreneurship, skill development, and career support. Unveiled by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on January 26, 2025, […]