Rural women in Udhampur empowered through Samarth Scheme Wool processing and handloom training
Udhampur, August 7,2026- Rural women in Udhampur are taking significant strides toward economic empowerment through the Government of India’s Samarth Scheme, as a month-long wool processing and handloom training programme is helping them acquire valuable skills for sustainable livelihoods. Organised by the Sheep Husbandry Department, the training programme has brought together 30 rural women, providing […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha hands over appointment letters to terror victim’s families
Srinagar, August 5,2026- In a significant step towards providing long-awaited relief to families affected by terrorism, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday handed over appointment letters to 37 Next of Kins (NoKs) of civilians who lost their lives in terror attacks across Jammu & Kashmir. The event, held in Srinagar on the seventh anniversary of the […]
BHAVYA scheme to transform J&K’s industrial landscape with investment-ready parks
Jammu, August 4,2026- The Government of India’s BHAVYA Scheme is set to transform the industrial ecosystem of Jammu & Kashmir by developing world-class, investment-ready industrial parks equipped with modern infrastructure and plug-and-play facilities. Speaking to DD News Jammu, Director Industries & Commerce Jammu, Dr. Arun Manhas, said the ambitious initiative will strengthen the Union Territory’s […]
Kishtwar strengthens emergency healthcare with PM-RAHAT scheme, ensures golden-hour cashless treatment
Kishtwar, July 14,2026- In a significant boost to emergency healthcare services, Kishtwar district has effectively implemented the Prime Minister’s Road Accident Victims’ Hospitalisation and Assured Treatment (PM-RAHAT) Scheme, ensuring timely and cashless medical treatment for eligible road accident victims during the critical golden hour. The scheme is designed to provide immediate financial support for emergency treatment, […]
LG Manoj Sinha expresses gratitude to PM Modi as J&K secures its first national centre of excellence
Srinagar,June 25,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya for approving the establishment of the first National Centre of Excellence (NCOE) in Jammu and Kashmir, describing it as a landmark step towards strengthening the Union Territory’s sports ecosystem. The […]
Centre raises MGNREGA limit to 150 days for J&K
Kashmir, November 21,2025- The Government of India has approved an increase in the number of person-days under the MGNREGA scheme to 150 days for the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, marking a significant boost to rural employment and livelihood generation across the region. The enhancement, aimed at strengthening rural development, is expected to benefit […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha Commends PM Narendra Modi for early PM-KISAN aid to J&K farmers
Srinagar, October 7, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan for the advance release of the 21st instalment under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, specifically benefiting farmers in the Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory (J&K […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews Tangdhar Security, hails armed forces resilience
Srinagar, May 17, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the Tangdhar Sector along the Line of Control (LoC) on Saturday to review the security situation following recent unprovoked heavy shelling by Pakistan. During his visit, Sinha held discussions with Indian Army and J&K Police officials to assess ground-level preparedness and interacted […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah prioritises safe Amarnath Yatra amid tourism slump in Kashmir
Srinagar, May 17, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced that the administration is focusing on ensuring a safe and incident-free Amarnath Yatra, as the region grapples with a severe downturn in tourism during the summer season. Speaking at a meeting with the Hoteliers Association at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar, Abdullah […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha urges rehabilitation plan after Tangdhar shelling
Srinagar, May 17, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the Tangdhar Sector along the Line of Control (LoC) to assess the devastation caused by unprovoked heavy shelling from Pakistan. The shelling, which targeted civilian areas, caused significant damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure, displacing residents and disrupting lives. During his visit, […]