Director agriculture Jammu launches first harvest of shiitake mushrooms

Jammu, January 2: In a significant step towards agricultural innovation and diversification, the Director of Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Jammu, S. Arvinder Singh Reen, inaugurated the first-ever harvest of Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) at the Shiitake Lab of the Spawn Production Office, Krishi Bhawan. Renowned for their exceptional medicinal properties, including anti-cancer, immune-boosting, and […]
Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chairs 35th Executive Council Meeting of SMVDU, discusses key initiatives

Jammu, November 30: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha presided over the 35th meeting of the Executive Council of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) . The meeting covered a range of critical academic and administrative matters, including the Career Advancement and Promotion (CAP) for faculty members, non-functional promotions for non-teaching staff, increasing student enrolment, enhancing […]
Vegetable cultivation brings financial independence to Kashmir’s youth

“From vegetable cultivation, I am earning more than Rs 5 lakh per year,” says a young farmer from Kashmir, highlighting the transformative potential of agriculture in the region. This statement is a powerful testament to the changing economic landscape of Kashmir, where the youth are increasingly turning to farming as a viable and lucrative career […]
Lt Governor inaugurates new building of Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre at Jammu University

JAMMU, AUGUST 11: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the new building of Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC), at University of Jammu.In his address, the Lt Governor congratulated the Jammu University’s administration, teachers and everyone associated with the Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme.He said the facility will enhance the capacity and training of […]
Lt Governor inaugurates Kashmir College of Engineering & Technology at Srinagar

SRINAGAR, JULY 18: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the Kashmir College of Engineering and Technology, at Ranbirgarh, Srinagar.The Lt Governor, in his address, congratulated the Chairman, Kashmir College of Engineering & Technology Sh Raja Aijaz Ali, and the entire team for their endeavour to strengthen the technological excellence in academia, innovation and nurturing […]
Empowering Jammu and Kashmir through Academic-Driven Startups

The National Seminar on the Role of Academic-driven Startups in Developing the Economy of J&K (RASE 2024), addressed by J&K LG Shri Manoj Sinha, emphasised the transformative potential of startups in Jammu and Kashmir. Held at NIT Srinagar, the seminar aimed to bridge the gap between academia and industry, fostering a culture of innovation among […]
Innovation Tower at Jammu University |A Beacon of Transformational Innovation & Education Excellence

Innovation Tower at Jammu University | A Beacon of Transformational Innovation & Education Excellence I wish you all the very best on laying the foundation stone of Innovation Tower, said the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha in Jammu. All the friends who are associated with this project will definitely remember the […]
Lt Governor addresses Round Table Conference of Newly-Appointed Vice Chancellors

Srinagar, October 17: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the inaugural session of the Round Table Conference with newly appointed Vice Chancellors from various universities of the country at the University of Kashmir.In his address, the Lt Governor appreciated the endeavour of the Association of Indian Universities to bring together the Vice Chancellors on a […]
Schoolboy from J&K Creates Versatile Trekking Bag with Built-in Lights, Charging Unit & Solar Panel

Furqaan Shafi, a student in Mandoora, Pulwama district of Jammu & Kashmir has innovated a multi-purpose trekking bag. Whatever was in my mind I added to the bag, said Furqaan. I have added a short range light in it. I have installed a phone charging unit. There is also a hand held light system. The […]