‘Plastic Shahmaar’ exposes plastic pollution threat to River Kishanganga in Gurez
Srinagar, September 8, 2025: The short film Plastic Shahmaar (Plastic Monster), directed by Ajaz Dar , Marzia, Peerzada Shoaib, and Pakeeza Qureshi, has garnered attention for its powerful depiction of plastic pollution’s devastating effects on the River Kishanganga in Gurez, Jammu and Kashmir. Released on YouTube, the film sheds light on the environmental challenges facing this pristine […]
Kashmir is safe and divine: Minister Shekhawat invites Indians to visit during Amarnath Yatra 2025
Anantnag, June 19, 2025: Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has declared Kashmir a safe, divine, and culturally rich destination, inviting all Indians to experience its unparalleled beauty during the Amarnath Yatra 2025 and beyond. Speaking during a visit to the historic Martand Sun Temple in Anantnag, south Kashmir, Shekhawat assured pilgrims […]
“Chaar Bin Apnao, Prakriti Bachao” Campaign in Doda
Doda, April 30, 2025: An awareness campaign titled “Chaar Bin Apnao, Prakriti Bachao” was held at Town Hall Doda to educate sanitation workers on the importance of waste segregation and their critical role in environmental conservation. Organised by the Doda Municipal Council in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Housing and Urban Development Department, the […]
Doda pioneers sustainable education with 5,000 recycled school desks under mASS initiative
Doda, April 4, 2025: Doda district has set a groundbreaking precedent in sustainable education by distributing 5,000 recycled school desks to government schools across the region, marking a significant milestone under the Mantra for Advance Sustainable Solution initiative. Spearheaded by the District Administration Doda in partnership with the Indian Pollution Control Association and supported by […]
Kashmir embraces a green future with sustainable tourism and local empowerment
Srinagar, March 25, 2025 – Kashmir continues to shine as a beacon of sustainable tourism, blending eco-friendly initiatives with local empowerment to carve a path toward a vibrant, green future. From the soaring heights of the Gulmarg Gondola to grassroots efforts promoting responsible travel, the region is redefining itself as a model for environmental conservation […]
Tourism directorate launches plantation drive at TRC Srinagar
Srinagar, March 22, 2025 – In a bid to promote environmental sustainability and enhance the eco-tourism appeal of Jammu and Kashmir, the Directorate of Tourism, Kashmir, in collaboration with the Eco Tourism Society of Kashmir, organised a plantation drive at the Tourist Reception Centre in Srinagar . The event, which took place on Saturday afternoon, […]
Forest division Shopian celebrates World Forest Day with Mega Plantation Drive at Zawoora
Shopian, March 21, 2025 – The Forest Division Shopian marked World Forest Day with a Mega Plantation Drive at Zawoora, reinforcing its commitment to environmental conservation in Jammu and Kashmir. The event, inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner Shopian, Shishir Gupta, saw the participation of forest officials, local volunteers, and community members, who came together to plant […]
Forest division Shopian launches mega plantation drive at Zawoora on World Forest Day
Shopian, March 21, 2025 – On the occasion of World Forest Day, the Forest Division Shopian organised a Mega Plantation Drive at Zawoora, aimed at combating the escalating environmental crisis and promoting green cover in Jammu and Kashmir. The event, held on Friday, was inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta, who underscored the […]
Man on a mission: Manzoor Wangnoo leads NLCO team to restore 11th spring in Srinagar
Srinagar, March 05, 2025 – Under the determined leadership of Manzoor Ahmad Wangnoo, fondly known as the “Man on a Mission” and Chairman of the Nigeen Lake Conservation Organisation (NLCO), a collaborative effort has been launched to restore the 11th spring in the Kashmir Valley. Teaming up with the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) and the […]