Bharat Shiksha Summit 2025: Manoj Sinha drives education vision at Vigyan Bhawan
Kashmir , April 3, 2025 – The Bharat Shiksha Summit 2025, organised by the Balaji Foundation, commenced today at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, with a focus on deliberating critical issues in education and crafting a forward-looking education roadmap for 2025 and beyond. The summit, themed “Shaping the Future of Education,” brought together prominent leaders, policymakers, […]
Atal Dulloo reviews Jhelum & Tawi flood recovery project progress in high-level meeting
Jammu, April 3, 2025 — Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the progress of the World Bank-funded Jhelum & Tawi Flood Recovery Project , a critical initiative aimed at restoring infrastructure damaged in the 2014 floods across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting, held at the Civil Secretariat, featured a comprehensive […]
DC Saloni Rai champions doorstep governance at Udhampur’s block diwas in Battal Ballian
Udhampur, April 3, 2025 — Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai visited Panchayat Battal Ballian in Udhampur district during the weekly Block Diwas, engaging directly with residents to address their concerns and reinforcing the administration’s commitment to time-bound grievance redressal. Emphasizing doorstep governance, she directed officials to streamline service delivery, ensuring that public welfare schemes and development […]
DC Baramulla Minga Sherpa Leads charge against drug abuse at 17th NCORD/NMBA meeting
Baramulla, April 3, 2025 — District Magistrate Minga Sherpa led the 17th District Level Narco Coordination and National Mission for Behavioural Addictions meeting at Dakbanglow Baramulla, steering a comprehensive dialogue on curbing drug abuse in the district. The session, attended by officials from multiple departments, focused on reinforcing enforcement mechanisms, expanding awareness initiatives, and enhancing […]
Jammu & Kashmir embraces grassroots transformation with robust panchayati raj funding and digital upgrades
Srinagar, April 3, 2025 — Jammu and Kashmir is undergoing a remarkable transformation at the grassroots level, driven by substantial government investments in Panchayati Raj Institutions and cutting-edge digital infrastructure. This strategic push is empowering local governance, fostering rural development, and bridging the digital divide, positioning the Union Territory as a model of decentralised democracy […]
Mustard fields along Srinagar-Jammu highway draw tourists in droves
Srinagar, April 3, 2025 — The vibrant mustard fields lining the Srinagar-Jammu highway have become an unexpected magnet for tourists, transforming the journey between these two cities into a visual spectacle. Visitors are stopping to capture photographs of the golden blooms set against the lush green valley, praising Kashmir’s unmatched beauty and urging others to […]
Eight iconic Kashmir crafts secure geographical indication status, boosting global recognition
Srinagar, April 3, 2025 — In a landmark achievement for Jammu and Kashmir’s cultural heritage, eight traditional crafts from the region have been granted Geographical Indication status, reinforcing their authenticity and elevating their stature in global markets. The recognition, awarded by the Geographical Indications Registry, celebrates the unparalleled artistry of Kashmir’s artisans and aims to […]
MeT predicts rainy, cloudy weather for Jammu and Kashmir on april 3
Srinagar, April 2, 2025: The Meteorological Department has forecast rainy and cloudy weather across Jammu and Kashmir on April 3, with light snowfall expected in the higher reaches of North Kashmir, including the Sonamarg-Zojila axis. The weather update indicates a brief spell of precipitation influenced by a Western Disturbance, bringing much-needed moisture to the region. […]
Waqf amendment bill sparks controversy in Jammu and Kashmir
Srinagar, April 2, 2025 – The proposed Waqf Amendment Bill has sparked significant debate in Jammu and Kashmir, with prominent leaders expressing apprehension about its implications for the Muslim community. The bill, intended to reform the management of Waqf properties, has drawn criticism for allegedly singling out one religious group. Gulam Ali Khatana, a notable […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha meets save youth save future foundation to boost youth empowerment
Srinagar, April 2, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha met with Shri Wajahat Farooq Bhat, Chairman of the Save Youth Save Future Foundation, and Shri Mudasir Dar, Zonal President of the foundation, at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar today to discuss transformative initiatives aimed at empowering the youth of Jammu and Kashmir. […]