Shahida Khaliq establishes libraries in Handwara and Kupwara to empower students
Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir, September 8, 2025: Shahida Khaliq, a dedicated librarian from Magam, Handwara, pursuing her Master’s degree, has made significant strides in promoting literacy and education by establishing two reading room-cum-libraries in the towns of Kupwara and Handwara. Her initiative, driven by a passion for community empowerment, aims to provide students and youth […]
J&K Bank opens new branches in Baramulla and Kupwara to enhance financial access
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, September 8, 2025: Reinforcing its commitment to enhancing financial access and driving economic growth in North Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir Bank (J&K Bank) inaugurated two new branches at Nanak Bhawan in Baramulla and Bumhama in Kupwara. The strategic expansion aims to deepen banking services in rural and semi-urban areas, fostering financial […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha receives dividend cheques from J&K bank
Srinagar, September 06,2025: J&K Bank has initiated the payment of dividend to its shareholders with Managing Director and CEO, Shri Amitava Chatterjee, presenting two dividend cheques of Rs 122.85 Crore and Rs 7.92 Crore to Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at the Raj Bhawan. The Union Territory Administration of Jammu and Kashmir, as the Bank’s […]
J&K bank announces 215% dividend at 87th AGM
Srinagar, August 27, 2025 – In a significant boost to its shareholders, Jammu & Kashmir Bank (J&K Bank) announced a robust 215% dividend for the financial year 2024-25 during its 87th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC). This declaration marks the third consecutive year of substantial rewards, underscoring the bank’s […]
DC Akshay Labroo reviews financial inclusion, social security schemes in Srinagar
SRINAGAR, JULY 30: Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, today chaired a detailed review meeting at the DC Office Complex to assess the implementation and progress of various Financial Inclusion and Social Security schemes being executed across the district through banks and associated financial institutions. During the meeting, the DC took stock of the performance under […]
JKRLM’s Umeed project boosts women’s livelihoods in Kupwara under DAY-NRLM framework
Kupwara, July 22, 2025: In a continued push toward inclusive rural development, a livelihood initiative has been launched in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM) under the Umeed Project. The program is part of a broader effort to uplift women from economically marginaliSed communities through sustainable livelihood opportunities and self-reliance. 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 […]
Ganderbal organises 2nd outreach camp under PMJANMAN and DAJGUA at Wangat panchayat
Introduction Ganderbal, June 15, 2025: The District Administration of Ganderbal organized its 2nd Outreach and Benefit Saturation Camp at Panchayat Wangath as part of the nationwide Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PMJANMAN) and Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) campaigns. The initiative aimed to deliver essential government services and entitlements directly to […]
DC Baramulla Minga Sherpa leads block diwas at Lalpora, promotes youth-centric schemes
Baramulla, June 12, 2025: Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, presided over a Block Diwas programme at Lalpora, Tangmarg, emphasising youth empowerment and the effective implementation of government schemes. The event, aimed at addressing public grievances and promoting developmental initiatives, saw Sherpa urging the youth to actively participate in Mission Yuva and avail benefits under the […]
J&K Bank surpasses ₹2.5 Lakh crore in business, serves over 2 crore accounts
Srinagar, June 10, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir Bank has achieved a historic milestone, crossing a total business portfolio of ₹2,52,768 crore in FY 2024–25, marking a robust 10% year-on-year growth, while serving more than 2 crore accounts. The bank’s stellar performance was reviewed by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo during a high-level meeting on June […]