SARAS Mela 2026: Celebrating Women Entrepreneurs in Srinagar
Srinagar is witnessing a vibrant celebration of India’s rich cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship and regional cuisines with the ongoing SARAS Aajeevika Mela 2026. Organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM), UMEED, under the Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, the ten-day exhibition brings together more than 200 women entrepreneurs and Self-Help […]
IUST Organises Walkathon to Spread Awareness Against Corruption
The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora, organised a Walkathon on Thursday as part of its ongoing Preventive Vigilance Campaign to promote awareness about eradicating corruption and strengthening integrity, transparency and accountability. Organised by the Directorate of Physical Education and Sports in collaboration with the Office of the Dean of Students and the […]
Devotion and harmony: Durga Ashtami at Srinagar’s Durga Nag
Kashmir , October 19,2026-Bells, bhajans and the scent of havan smoke filled the Durga Nag temple in Srinagar as devotees marked Durga Ashtami, the eighth day of Navratri. The shrine, set near Dalgate in the heart of the city, is one of the valley’s most cherished places of worship for the Kashmiri Pandit community, and […]
Durga Puja Celebrations in Kashmir
Durga Puja is one of the most popular festivals in India, celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm. This year, Kashmir is witnessing the excitement of Durga Puja as tourists visit the beautiful Valley to enjoy its scenic landscapes, pleasant weather, and cultural attractions. Many tourists are excited to experience the festival in Kashmir for the […]
IUST Organises National-Level Film Festival 2026
The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC) at the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora, organised the National-Level Film Festival 2026 on Thursday, bringing together filmmakers, students, academicians and media professionals to celebrate cinema and creative storytelling. The festival featured the screening of 26 films exploring diverse themes, including society, governance, environmental […]
Shahid Sheikh: Keeping Kashmir’s Musical Heritage Alive
In the heart of Downtown Srinagar, 30-year-old Shahid Sheikh is preserving Kashmir’s rich musical heritage through the traditional craft of harmonium-making and repair. What began as a childhood interest has gradually become his profession and identity. Shahid works alongside his father, who has been involved in this craft for many years. Growing up, Shahid closely […]
PM Modi’s 12 Years of Mann Ki Baat: Bringing Jammu & Kashmir’s Stories to the National Spotlight
On October 3, 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a unique conversation with the people of India through Mann Ki Baat. Over 12 years and 138 episodes, the programme has brought inspiring stories from across the country to the national stage. Jammu and Kashmir has remained an important part of this journey, with its […]
A historic dive: Kashmir gets its first olympic-sized swimming pool
Kashmir,October 8,2026- For a region better known for its snow-capped peaks and shimmering lakes, a new kind of water has just made headlines. Kashmir’s first Olympic-sized swimming pool is open, and it marks a genuine milestone for sports in the Valley. Built to International Standards This is not just a pool; it is a complete […]
Kashmir set to bloom in autumn as SKUAST-K student propagates 19 Chrysanthemum varieties
Kashmir, October 6,2026-A student of the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Jaan Arbina Rouf, has developed and propagated 19 varieties of chrysanthemum, adding new colour to the Valley beyond its famous tulip season. She has planted around 1.5 lakh planting materials, with an estimated return of ₹11 lakh in just […]
Paddy harvesting begins in Kulgam as farmers express satisfaction over crop quality
Kulgam , October 5,2026- Paddy harvesting has begun in Kulgam, the South Kashmir district widely known as the “Rice Bowl of Kashmir,” with farmers expressing satisfaction over the quality of this year’s crop and the yield they expect. As autumn settles over the Valley, golden stretches of ripened paddy line the district’s fields while farmers […]