Poonch hails Union Budget for boosting handloom and handicrafts sector
Poonch, Feburary 2,2026-People of Poonch district have welcomed the Union Budget, praising the special allocation aimed at strengthening the handloom and handicrafts sector, a key pillar of the local economy in the Peer Panjal region. Artisans, weavers and community leaders said the budgetary support would help revive traditional livelihoods, provide sustainable income opportunities and preserve […]
Panchari witnesses season’s first snowfall, tourists delighted
Udhampur, January 30,2026- The picturesque hills of Meer in Panchari area of Udhampur district were transformed into a breathtaking winter landscape following the season’s first major snowfall, drawing enthusiastic tourists and nature lovers from across the country. A thick blanket of fresh snow covered the surrounding hills, pine trees, and meadows, turning Panchari into a […]
Saras Mela 2026 to begin on January 31 at Kala Kendra, Jammu
Jammu, January 30,2026 -The Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission is set to organise Saras Mela 2026 from January 31 to February 9 at Kala Kendra, Jammu, aiming to promote rural entrepreneurship and strengthen market linkages for women self-help groups (SHGs). The nine-day fair will feature a wide range of handloom products, handicrafts, homemade food […]