Army trains village defence guards in J&K’s Doda
Doda, December 30,2025-Amid intensified anti-terror operations in the Chenab Valley, the Indian Army has intensified training of Village Defence Guards (VDGs) in Doda district to strengthen grassroots security and enhance community-based defence mechanisms. The training programme aims to equip VDG members with basic combat skills, weapon handling, surveillance techniques and emergency response measures, enabling them […]
Jashn-e-Wandeh set to be inaugurated at Dal Lake on december 29
Srinagar,December 29,2025 :The much-awaited cultural festival Jashn-e-Wandeh will be inaugurated on December 29 at Ghat No. 16, Dal Lake, Srinagar, at 4:30 p.m., marking a vibrant celebration of Kashmir’s rich cultural heritage. The event aims to promote traditional art, culture, and community participation, bringing together artists, performers, locals, and tourists at one of Srinagar’s most […]
Pilgrims to get aerial access as helicopter services to Shiv Khori set to begin soon
Jammu ,December 28,2025— In a major boost to pilgrimage facilities in Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday announced that helicopter services to the revered Shiv Khori shrine will begin soon. The move is aimed at making the sacred site more accessible, especially for elderly pilgrims and those with mobility challenges. The Lieutenant […]
India’s first International Vaishno Devi Museum coming up in Katra
Katra,December 28,2025 — Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha on Saturday announced that India’s first International Museum dedicated to Goddess Vaishno Devi will be constructed in Katra, marking a major step towards preserving and showcasing the region’s rich spiritual and cultural legacy. The proposed museum will serve as a comprehensive centre highlighting the […]
Kashmiri youth shaping the future with courage and purpose: Lt Gen Srivastava
Srinagar ,December 28 ,2025— Highlighting the crucial role of young people in shaping the future of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant General Prashant Srivastava on Saturday described Kashmiri youth as “voices of valour and architects of destiny.” He said the aspirations, courage and creativity of the region’s younger generation hold the key to lasting peace and […]
Hotels in Gulmarg see full occupancy as New Year revellers throng Kashmir
Gulmarg, December 27,2025: Hotels in the renowned tourist destination of Gulmarg are witnessing full occupancy as a large number of New Year revellers throng Kashmir to celebrate the festive season amid snowfall and picturesque winter landscapes. Tourists from across the country have arrived in Gulmarg to welcome the New Year, drawn by snow-covered meadows, skiing […]
SMVDU holds 11th Convocation, inaugurates AI lab & housing
Katra, December 27,2025: The 11th Convocation Ceremony of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) was held today, marking a significant academic occasion for the university. The event was attended by senior officials, faculty members, students, and parents. During the ceremony, the dignitary inaugurated a High-End Computing Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning Lab, aimed at strengthening […]
Green power boost: Centre clears Dulhasti Hydel project
Jammu, December 27,2025: The Centre has approved the Dulhasti Hydel Project on the Chenab River, marking a significant step towards strengthening hydropower generation and energy security in Jammu and Kashmir. The project is expected to harness the vast hydropower potential of the Chenab basin, contributing to clean and renewable energy production while supporting the region’s […]
A Bandipora explorer’s 100-lake quest
Bandipora, December 23,2025:In a remarkable feat of endurance and exploration, Danish Nabi, a young explorer from Bandipora district, has successfully explored and documented 100 alpine lakes across Jammu and Kashmir, shedding light on the region’s vast yet lesser-known high-altitude water bodies. Over the course of multiple expeditions, Danish traversed some of the most remote and […]
LG Manoj Sinha reviews TB drive in J&K
Jammu ,December 20,2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday chaired a comprehensive review meeting of subordinate departments of the Home Department at Lok Bhavan, Jammu, to assess administrative functioning and progress on key initiatives in the Union Territory. During the meeting, the Lieutenant Governor also reviewed the implementation and progress of the Pradhan Mantri TB […]