J&K reopens major tourist destinations after security review: LG Manoj Sinha
Kashmir, February 16,2026- In a significant move to boost tourism and restore normalcy, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has ordered the reopening of several major tourist destinations across the Kashmir and Jammu Divisions. The sites had been temporarily closed as precautionary measures, and the decision follows a thorough security review and detailed discussions. Officials said the […]
Kashmir MED performs winter readiness drill
Srinagar December 8,2025: The Mechanical Engineering Department Kashmir carried out a comprehensive winter preparedness mock drill to ensure seamless snow clearance operations across the Kashmir division. The exercise was conducted on the directions of Chief Engineer Bodh Raj, who stressed the importance of readiness as the region moves into peak winter. During the drill, officials […]
Divisional Commissioner Kashmir reviews progress of Mission Yuva implementation
Srinagar, December 6,2025: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg on Friday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the implementation and progress of Mission Yuva across the Kashmir Division. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners, MD Mission Yuva J&K, representatives from J&K Bank, and other concerned officers. At the outset, the Director Mission Yuva delivered […]
Gulmarg hosts 72nd divisional-level cooperative week celebrations
Gulmarg, November 20,2025: The Cooperative Department of Jammu & Kashmir today organised the Divisional-Level event of the 72nd All India Cooperative Week in Gulmarg, bringing together cooperative leaders, officers, and stakeholders from across the Union Territory. The event was held under the theme “Cooperatives as Vehicles for Atmanirbhar Bharat” and was presided over by Commissioner […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha chairs strategic review meet to boost governance in Kashmir
Srinagar, November 2,2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting with Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police of the Kashmir Division at Raj Bhawan, Srinagar, to review the overall administrative, developmental, and security situation in the region. During the meeting, the LG emphasised efficient public service delivery, timely execution of development projects, and […]
JKBOSE restores traditional march-november academic session for 2025 across Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh
Kashmir, May 22, 2025-The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education has announced a revised academic schedule, restoring the traditional March-November academic session for classes 9th to 12th across Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh Union Territories, effective from the 2025 academic year. The decision, formalized through a notification by the Director Academics JKBOSE, aligns with a […]
YSS hosts district-level sports events to promote youth talent across Kashmir division
Srinagar, May 15, 2025 – The Department of Youth Services and Sports , Jammu and Kashmir, has launched a series of district-level sports events across the Kashmir Division, fostering a vibrant sports culture among the region’s youth. Organised under the banner of the Fit India Movement, these events aim to engage students, local communities, and […]
J&K marriage assistance scheme empowers 15,000 families with Rs 75 crore disbursement
Srinagar, April 21, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir government has disbursed Rs 74.83 crore to 14,965 underprivileged families in the Kashmir division under the State Marriage Assistance Scheme (SMAS) during the 2024–25 financial year, enabling economically disadvantaged households to celebrate marriages with dignity. This impactful social welfare program, lauded as a model of empowerment, […]
Winter Break in Jammu and Kashmir extended until March 6; schools to reopen on March 7, announces Sakina Itoo
Jammu, February 28, 2025 – The winter vacation for all school classes in Jammu and Kashmir has been extended until March 6, Education Minister Sakina Itoo announced. Schools, originally slated to resume earlier, will now reopen on March 7 due to ongoing weather concerns. The decision comes as heavy rainfall and cold conditions persist across […]
CM Omar Abdullah reviews snowfall restoration efforts, praises swift response of administration
On December 29, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a high-level video conference with Members of the Legislative Assembly and Deputy Commissioners from the Kashmir Division to review the restoration efforts following the recent heavy snowfall. The meeting, held at the Raabita Public Outreach Office, focused on assessing the status of essential services such as snow […]