Jammu & Kashmir government boosts industrial growth with new estates and startup surge
Jammu, March 29, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir government has embarked on a transformative journey to bolster industrial development across the region, announcing significant land allocations for the establishment of Industrial Estates dedicated to key sectors such as education, skill development, health, and information technology . This ambitious initiative, coupled with the registration of […]
Kashmir University empowers women with entrepreneurial skills and financial literacy in two-week upskilling programme
Srinagar, March 29, 2025 – Kashmir University’s Centre for Capacity Building and Skill Development successfully concluded a transformative two-week upskilling programme aimed at empowering women with essential entrepreneurial skills and financial literacy. The initiative, which wrapped up, marks a significant step towards fostering economic independence and self-reliance among women trainees in Jammu and Kashmir. The […]
From modest to massive: J&K milk production leaps 19.6% in one year with entrepreneurial push
Srinagar, March 22, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a remarkable 19.6% surge in milk production over the past year, transforming the region’s dairy sector from modest beginnings to a burgeoning industry. This impressive growth, driven by an entrepreneurial wave and strategic government support, is reshaping livelihoods and boosting the local economy. The surge, […]
Farmer Kewal Kumar thrives with chemical-free jaggery unit under PMFME scheme
Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir, March 21, 2025 – Kewal Kumar, a dedicated sugarcane farmer from Dahanu village in Udhampur district, has emerged as a success story in sustainable agriculture. With support from the Prime Minister Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme, Kumar has established a thriving chemical-free jaggery making unit, contributing to both local […]
Rooftop Solar Success and Challenges in Jammu and Kashmir under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
Jammu and Kashmir, March 21, 2025 – The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a flagship initiative to provide free electricity through rooftop solar installations, has seen notable success across households in Jammu and Kashmir. Launched in February 2024, the scheme has empowered many residents with clean energy, aligning with India’s renewable energy goals. However, […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha highlights J&K’s MSME growth at ICC conclave 2025
Jammu I March 17, 2025- Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha joined MSME entrepreneurs, bankers, and experts at the Indian Chamber of Commerce’s MSME Conclave 2025, emphasising the critical role of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in shaping Jammu and Kashmir’s economy. Speaking at the event, LG Manoj Sinha underscored how MSMEs are driving […]
Director IIIM launches seven-day advanced entrepreneurship skill development program in Srinagar
Srinagar, March 15, 2025- The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM) Jammu, in collaboration with the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME), launched a seven-day Advanced Entrepreneurship Skill Development Program (A-ESDP) today at its Srinagar Branch Laboratory. The initiative, co-sponsored by CSIR’s Integrated Skill Initiative, aims to empower […]
Empowering SHG : RAMP scheme awareness programme in Poonch
Poonch, March 12, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute in collaboration with the Rural Development Department organised an Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme today in Poonch. The event targeted the beneficiaries of Self-Help Groups under the National Rural Livelihoods Mission and focused on raising awareness about the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance scheme, a […]
296 Startups In J&K led by women : J&K LG Manoj Sinha
Jammu & Kashmir LG Shri Manoj Sinha announced that women are driving 296 startups in Jammu and Kashmir, marking a significant milestone in the Union Territory’s entrepreneurial journey. In his address,he lauded the achievements of women entrepreneurs, stating, “Women leading 296 startups is a testament to their resilience and entrepreneurial spirit.” While he did not […]
CSIR-IIIM to host advanced entrepreneurship skill development program in Srinagar
Srinagar, March 05, 2025 – The CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine , a premier research institution under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research , is gearing up to host an impactful Advanced Entrepreneurship Skill Development Program. Titled “Crop Diversification through Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in Rainfed Areas for Doubling Farmers’ Income,” the week-long event […]