Kashmir Ahead

JKEDI boosts entrepreneurship, trains 258 under RAMP across J&K

Kashmir, December 18,2025:The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) has successfully concluded the fourth batch of Management Development Programmes (MDPs) under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) scheme across 13 districts of the Union Territory. The RAMP scheme is funded by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, […]

LG Manoj Sinha boosts J&K’s startup ecosystem at Self-Reliant India Fund Event

Srinagar, November 1,2025: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the ‘Self Reliant India Fund Outreach’ event held in Srinagar, aimed at empowering startups and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises in Jammu and Kashmir. The event, organised by the Ministry of MSME in collaboration with NVCFL, JKEDI, and the Department of Industries & Commerce, marked a […]

DC Bandipora approves 47 youth ventures under Mission YUVA

Bandipora, October 11, 2025 – In a significant step towards fostering youth-led innovation and self-reliance in Jammu & Kashmir, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, chaired a District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) meeting on Thursday, approving 47 youth entrepreneurship cases under the ambitious Mission Youth United for Victory & Aspiration (Mission YUVA). This approval, worth […]

JKEDI’s startup idea challenge boot camp sparks innovation at GDC Women Pulwama

Pulwama, September 16, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI)organised a vibrant Startup Idea Challenge Boot Camp at Government Degree College (Women), Pulwama, as part of its ongoing efforts to foster entrepreneurship and innovation among the youth under the J&K Startup Policy 2024–2027. The event served as a dynamic platform for students to pitch creative business ideas, […]

DLIC Shopian approves 261 youth entrepreneurship projects under Mission YUVA

Shopian, September 14, 2025 – In a significant boost to youth empowerment and self-employment initiatives, the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) under Mission YUVA convened in Shopian today, approving all 261 applications presented for financial assistance and handholding support. Chaired by District Development Commissioner (DDC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta, the meeting underscored the government’s commitment to fostering […]

JKEDI startup bootcamp at  GDC Kathua fuels  entrepreneurial spirit

Kathua, September 12, 2025-In a vibrant push towards fostering entrepreneurship among the youth, the Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) organised a dynamic Startup Bootcamp under the J&K Startup Idea Challenge at Government Degree College (GDC), Kathua. The event, held today, saw enthusiastic participation from over 100 students and faculty members, transforming the college […]

Baramulla boot camp: Empowering aspiring entrepreneurs

Srinagar/Jammu, August 20, 2025: The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) has launched a series of boot camps under the J&K Startup Idea Challenge, a flagship initiative aligned with the J&K Startup Policy 2024–27. Aimed at fostering entrepreneurial thinking and nurturing youth-led innovation, the boot camps kicked off on Tuesday across colleges and universities […]

LG Manoj Sinha attends KSL-2025 qualifier 2 at Srinagar’s TRC ground

Srinagar, July 31, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the Qualifier 2 match of the Khyber Cement Kashmir Super League (KSL) 2025 at the Synthetic Turf TRC Ground in Srinagar, marking a significant moment for the region’s burgeoning football scene. The high-stakes match between Aqua Kashmir Avengers FC and Arco United FC drew a passionate […]

JKEDI hosts ‘Innovate J&K: Dialogue’ to drive startup ecosystem forward

Pampore, August 1, 2025 – The Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) hosted its flagship event, “Innovate J&K: Dialogue for a Startup-Driven Future,” yesterday at its Sempora, Pampore campus. The gathering united over 100 aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, students, and industry experts to catalyze innovation and strengthen the entrepreneurial landscape in Jammu & Kashmir. The event, […]

DDC Reasi approves 122 youth entrepreneurship cases under Mission YUVA

Reasi, July 16, 2025 – District Development Commissioner (DDC) Nidhi Malik chaired a pivotal meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) for Mission YUVA, approving 122 youth entrepreneurship cases to empower local youth in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative, aimed at combating unemployment and fostering sustainable self-employment, provides financial assistance and mentorship to […]

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