Cutting Trees, Changing Weather: Kashmir Man Speaks Out
Cutting Trees, Changing Weather: Kashmir Man Speaks Out We ourselves are responsible for the change in the weather, said a man in Jammu & Kashmir. God has created nature according to its will, when to give sunshine, when not, when to have clouds, when to rain. But we humans tampered with it. We cut down […]
CM Omar Abdullah boosts Gurez’s growth at Tribal Festival
Gurez, August 7, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah held a significant public interaction at Dawar, the heart of Gurez Valley, where he attentively listened to the concerns of local residents and assured their swift redressal. The visit, coinciding with the National Tribal Festival-2025 and the launch of commercial river rafting on the Kishanganga River, underscores the government’s commitment to inclusive development and empowerment of remote regions like Gurez. Abdullah’s engagement reflects […]
Omar Abdullah flags off Gulmarg cyclothon, promotes youth sports and green tourism
Gulmarg, June 24, 2025 — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah flagged off the Gulmarg Cyclothon 2025 today, a vibrant event aimed at promoting youth sports, eco-friendly tourism, and community engagement in the picturesque ski resort of Gulmarg. The cyclothon, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department in collaboration with the J&K Sports […]
26 Civil Society Lalpora Lolab, Kupwara, leads mega sanitation drive to promote cleanliness
Cleanliness is not just a habit; it’s a cornerstone of a healthy and thriving society. In the serene Lolab Valley of Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir, a remarkable movement unfolded when 26 Civil Society Lalpora Lolab took the lead in a mega sanitation drive to promote cleanliness. Spearheaded by Swachhata Ambassador Dr. Mudasir Akbar Shah, […]
SMC and NLCO launch cleanliness drive and spring restoration program at Anchar lake
Srinagar, March 02, 2025 – The Srinagar Municipal Corporation , in partnership with the Nigeen Lake Conservation Organisation , has initiated a major Cleanliness Drive and Spring Restoration Program at Anchar Lake, Srinagar. Led by SMC Commissioner Dr. Owais Ahmad IAS, the program seeks to revitalize natural water sources in the region, aiming for a […]
Javed Rana approves key proposal to accelerate tribal welfare in J&K
Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment, and Tribal Affairs, has approved a significant proposal aimed at empowering tribal communities and ensuring their inclusive development in Jammu and Kashmir. The decision includes the inclusion of newly notified tribes under various tribal welfare schemes. Rana instructed senior officials, including Secretary Prasanna Ramaswamy […]
JK has most productive Forests of India; reports ISFR 2023
JAMMU, DECEMBER 22: With the release of ‘India State of Forest Report 2023 (ISFR 2023)’ on 21st December, 2024 by the Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, three positive outcomes have been reported for the UT of Jammu and Kashmir.The J&K has the highest growing stock among all the States/UTs at […]
J&K Students shine at National Eco Hackathon, secure top positions and prestigious awards
Srinagar, December 17: Jammu and Kashmir students have achieved remarkable success at the National Level Eco Hackathon held at the NDMC Convention Centre, Delhi, bringing further pride to the Department of School Education, J&K. Two students from J&K excelled in the competition, securing the top two positions in the Eco-Creativity & Innovation Hackathon. Humaira Showkat […]
Mushroom Farming showing great promise in Kashmir
The mushroom farming initiative, under the HADP , is showing great promise at the farmer’s shed. The shed itself is a significant investment, costing approximately Rs. 3,00,000, of which a substantial subsidy of Rs. 1.5 lakh has been provided, easing the financial burden on the farmer. At present, the farmer has successfully cultivated 300 of […]
Rana pitches for inculcating spirit of fraternity, brotherhood among students
JAMMU, NOVEMBER 23: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology and Environment, and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today presided over the annual day and prize distribution ceremony of RM Public School, Jammu, titled ‘Aarangam,’ held at the Zorawar Singh Auditorium, University of Jammu.Principal Secretary, School Education Department, Suresh Kumar Gupta, Shailender Singh and Padma Shri […]