GI-Tagged Kani Shawls get entrepreneurial boost as young artisans launch start-up in Kupwara
Kupwara, July 11,2026- In a major boost to the preservation and promotion of Kashmir’s renowned Kani weaving craft, a group of trained artisans has launched a start-up venture at Tootgund, Handwara, in Kupwara district. The initiative has begun operations with six handlooms and employs more than 10 skilled artisans, creating new livelihood opportunities while carrying […]
J&K athletes selected for Asian Championship in Vietnam, bring pride to India
Srinagar, May 23, 2026- Athletes from Jammu and Kashmir, including participants from Srinagar and Handwara, have earned selection to represent India at the upcoming Asian-level championship in Vietnam, marking another significant achievement for the Union Territory’s growing sports sector. The selection of these young sportspersons reflects the emergence of a confident and talented generation from […]
Aamina Rashid: Milking empowerment in Kupwara
Kupwara, October 25, 2025: In a remarkable example of women-led entrepreneurship, Aamina Rashid from Handwara is transforming rural livelihoods through her Dairy Farmer Producer Organization (FPO), which has united over 180 women across the region. Her initiative, rooted in the heart of Kupwara district, collects more than 500 liters of milk daily, creating a sustainable […]
Kashmir’s soul shines: Muslim youth safeguards ancient Shivling in Handwara
Kashmir , October 6,2025 -In a heartwarming display of Kashmiriyat — the age-old tradition of coexistence and mutual respect — a young Kashmiri Muslim man, Aaqib Rasool, from Turkapora, Handwara in Kupwara district of North Kashmir, discovered an ancient stone Shivling while tilling his horticultural land and promptly handed it over to the authorities. The […]
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 […]
Sakeena Itoo visits Kupwara to condole families of students killed in tragic road accident
Kupwara, April 13, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir’s Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Education, Sakeena Itoo, visited the Kalaroos and Sogam areas of Kupwara district today to express heartfelt condolences to the families of young students who lost their lives in a tragic road accident this morning. The incident, which occurred […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha mourns tragic loss of students in Handwara bus accident
Jammu, April 12, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed profound grief over a tragic bus accident in Handwara, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of two young students and left several others injured. The incident, involving a college bus, has cast a shadow of sorrow over the region, prompting an […]
Handwara’s Wushu star Mahreen Banday shines with Gold at 8th Wushu Federation cup 2025
Handwara, April 11, 2025 – Young martial arts prodigy Mahreen Banday from Handwara has once again brought glory to her region, clinching a gold medal at the 8th Wushu Federation Cup 2025, held in Chhattisgarh from March 25 to 27. Representing the Khelo India Centre, Handwara, the talented Wushu athlete showcased her exceptional skill and […]
Sharda temple in Teetwal sees influx of Kashmiri pandits and curious locals
Teetwal, April 07, 2025 – The Sharda Temple near the Line of Control in Teetwal, Kashmir, welcomed its first group of Kashmiri Pandit pilgrims from Handwara , alongside visitors from Bangalore and Mumbai, marking a significant moment for the recently revived spiritual site. Situated in the Kupwara district along the banks of the Kishanganga River, […]
Heartwarming display of Kashmiriyat: Sikh man shares love and kindness with all in Handwara market
HANDWARA, March 28, 2025 – In the bustling market of Handwara, a heartwarming display of Kashmiriyat unfolded this week as a Sikh brother set up a stall to distribute free juice to all passersby, transcending barriers of faith and community. This simple yet profound act of love and kindness has resonated deeply, serving as a […]