Three-Day Jantroon Dangal festival concludes in Gandoh with tributes to Indian Army
Gandoh, August 31, 2026- The three-day Jantroon Dangal Festival, one of the region’s most anticipated cultural and sporting events, came to a successful close in Gandoh this week, drawing large crowds from across the area and leaving organizers and residents alike in a celebratory mood. As the festival wrapped up, the local community took the opportunity […]
Amarnath Yatra resumes; 1,800 pilgrims leave Jammu for Baltal
Jammu, August 6,2026- The Amarnath Yatra resumed on Thursday after a one-day suspension, with around 1,800 pilgrims departing from Jammu for the Baltal base camp under tight security arrangements. The pilgrimage had been temporarily suspended due to adverse weather conditions and safety concerns. Following an improvement in the situation and clearance from the authorities, the annual […]
Fresh Amarnath Yatra convoys suspended from Jammu to Baltal as precautionary security measure
Srinagar, August 5,2026- Authorities on Wednesday suspended the movement of fresh Shri Amarnath Yatra convoys from Jammu to Baltal, along with return convoys from Baltal to Jammu, as a precautionary security measure. Officials clarified that the decision was taken purely as a preventive step to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims undertaking the annual pilgrimage. […]
Tourism boom transforms Jammu & Kashmir as visitor footfall crosses 2.36 crore after Article 370
Srinagar, August 5,2026- Jammu & Kashmir’s tourism sector has witnessed unprecedented growth in the years following the abrogation of Article 370, emerging as one of the strongest drivers of the Union Territory’s economic revival. From approximately 25 lakh tourist visits in 2020 to more than 2.36 crore visitors, the region has experienced a remarkable surge […]
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 […]
Seven years of transformation after Article 370
Kashmir, August 5,2026-Seven years after the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu & Kashmir continues to witness significant changes across multiple sectors, with improvements in security, infrastructure, tourism, connectivity, education, healthcare, and economic development. The constitutional changes introduced on 5 August 2019 marked a new administrative phase for the region, and the years since have seen […]
Thousands of devotees offer prayers at historic Shri Buddha Amarnath Ji temple
Poonch, August 4,2026–Thousands of devotees from across Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the country thronged the historic Shri Buddha Amarnath Ji Temple in Rajpura, Poonch, on the first Monday of the holy month of Shravan to offer prayers and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. Pilgrims began their spiritual journey by taking a […]
Udhampur district administration launches clean himalayan & hill cities initiative at Patnitop under Swachh Bharat Mission
Udhampur ,August 4,2026- In a major step towards promoting sustainable tourism and environmental conservation, the District Administration Udhampur has launched the Clean Himalayan & Hill Cities Initiative at the picturesque hill destination of Patnitop under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban). The campaign aims to strengthen cleanliness, scientific waste management, and eco-friendly practices across tourist destinations in […]
200+ youths join PM Modi’s anti-drug campaign in Rajouri
Rajouri, August 4,2026- More than 200 young participants joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s virtual interaction during the launch of the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan in Rajouri, marking a significant step toward strengthening the nationwide campaign against drug abuse. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, volunteers, and youth representatives, who pledged to […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha calls for nature-based solutions to build climate-resilient Himalayas
Srinagar, August 4,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) conference on “Nature-Based Solutions for Enhanced Climate Resilience and Livelihood in Himalayas,” where he emphasized the need to integrate Nature-based Solutions (NbS) into development planning to ensure a sustainable and resilient future for the Himalayan region. Addressing the conference, […]