MBA graduate Shazia Sadaf builds Kashmir’s first exotic mushroom farm
Srinagar, July 25,2026- In an inspiring example of entrepreneurship and sustainable agriculture, Shazia Sadaf, an MBA graduate, left behind a promising corporate career to establish Kashmir’s first exotic mushroom farm. Through determination and innovation, she transformed her passion for farming into a successful business, creating new opportunities in the region’s growing agri-entrepreneurship sector. By cultivating […]
3rd Chinar Book Festival in Srinagar attracts thousands of students, promotes reading culture
Srinagar, July 25,2026- The 3rd Chinar Book Festival at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar is witnessing an overwhelming response, emerging as one of the largest literary and educational events in the Union Territory. The festival has attracted participation from more than 5,500 schools, with over 32,000 students visiting the venue every day, […]
Indian Army’s Inter-Village sports festival 1.0 in Gurez valley inspires youth and strengthens community bonds
Gurez,July 25,2026- The Indian Army continues to strengthen its connection with local communities through initiatives that go beyond national security. Demonstrating its commitment to youth development and social harmony, the Army organised the Inter-Village Sports Festival 1.0 in the picturesque Gurez Valley, bringing together participants from different villages in a celebration of sports, fitness, and unity. […]
Zojila Tunnel to transform connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh with year-round access
Srinagar, July 25,2026 The under-construction Zojila Tunnel is set to become a game-changing infrastructure project, providing all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh and ending decades of seasonal isolation caused by heavy snowfall and harsh weather conditions. Being developed at an estimated cost of ₹6,800 crore, the strategic tunnel will ensure uninterrupted road connectivity across the […]
Udhampur sanitation workers brave heavy rains to prevent waterlogging and monsoon diseases
Udhampur, July 25,2026- As heavy monsoon rains continue to lash parts of Jammu & Kashmir, sanitation workers in Udhampur are working tirelessly on the ground to keep the town clean, prevent waterlogging, and minimise the risk of disease outbreaks. Despite persistent rainfall, sanitation teams have been carrying out round-the-clock operations, clearing blocked drains, removing accumulated […]
World’s highest Chenab rail bridge wrapped in monsoon mist as Vande Bharat creates stunning spectacle in J&K
Reasi, July 25,2026-Amid heavy monsoon rains across Jammu & Kashmir, the iconic Chenab Rail Bridge, the world’s highest railway arch bridge, presented a breathtaking sight as clouds and dense mist enveloped the engineering marvel. Adding to the scenic grandeur, a Vande Bharat Express glided across the bridge, creating a spectacular visual against the lush green […]
Flash floods disrupt drinking water supply in Poonch; water tankers deployed amid power outage
Poonch, July 23,2026- Authorities have deployed water tankers across affected areas of Poonch district after a power outage triggered by flash floods disrupted the drinking water supply, leaving several localities without access to piped water. The flash floods damaged electricity infrastructure, affecting the operation of water pumping stations and interrupting the regular supply of potable water. […]
Government approves ₹255 crore for two Unity Malls in Jammu & Kashmir to boost local economy
Kashmir,July 23,2026- In a significant boost to the local economy and the promotion of indigenous products, the Government has approved ₹255 crore for the establishment of two Unity Malls in Srinagar and Jammu. The initiative aims to provide a dedicated platform for local artisans, handloom weavers, handicraft makers, GI-tagged product producers, and regional entrepreneurs to showcase […]
LG Manoj Sinha chairs high-level review meeting on Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra at Lok Bhavan
Srinagar, July 23,2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level security review meeting with senior officials from the Army, Jammu & Kashmir Police, Civil Administration, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), intelligence agencies, and the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) to assess the security, logistics, and weather preparedness for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026. […]
Pulwama woman entrepreneur turns fish farming into a profitable livelihood, inspires rural women
Pulwama, July 23,2026- A woman entrepreneur from Tumlihall village in Pulwama district is making waves in the field of aquaculture by establishing a successful fish farming venture, emerging as a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs and rural women across Jammu and Kashmir. With determination, innovation, and hard work, she has transformed fish farming into a sustainable […]