Weaving dreams: Pashmkaar redefines Kashmiri handicrafts on global stage
Kashmir, February 12,2026- Pashmkaar, a homegrown Kashmiri brand, is making waves on the global stage by redefining the identity of traditional Kashmiri handicrafts. In an exclusive conversation with GKTV, Tariq Dar, Creative Director and Founder of Pashmkaar, shared how the brand was built on a legacy of pashmina spinning, weaving, and embroidery, passed down through […]
Threads of tradition meet technology in Kashmir’s Pashmina renaissance
Kashmir, December 3,2025-In a significant step toward safeguarding Kashmir’s centuries-old artistic legacy, the Department of Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir has deployed 213 Modern Charkhas across all 16 Pashmina Spinning Training Centres. This initiative aims to enhance productivity, improve working conditions for artisans, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the world-famous Pashmina hand-spinning craft. The introduction […]
Kashmir Literature Festival 2025: Celebrate words & wonder
Kashmir, October 6, 2025-The scenic city of Srinagar is gearing up to host the second edition of the Kashmir Literature Festival 2025 at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) from October 11, bringing together celebrated authors, poets, scholars, and artists from across India and abroad. Festival Director Jehanzeb Allaqaband announced that this year’s edition will […]
Kanihama’s weaving legacy celebrated with virtual inauguration of Handloom Craft Village
Budgam, September 11, 2025 – In a landmark moment for Kashmir’s rich textile heritage, Smt. Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary of Textiles, Government of India, virtually inaugurated the Handloom Craft Village in Kanihama, Budgam district, honoring the region’s centuries-old tradition of Kani shawl weaving. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Textiles, marks a significant step in preserving and […]
From Poonch to prominence: Zaibun Nissa’s Sukhan Nama redefines fashion
Poonch, September 10, 2025 — In an inspiring journey from the remote town of Poonch, Zaibun Nissa, a determined entrepreneur, has transformed her passion for fashion into a thriving clothing brand, Sukhan Nama. In a candid interview with Syed Sammar Mehdi, the visionary behind the brand shared her remarkable story of overcoming challenges, embracing innovation, and building a startup that resonates with women across Jammu and Kashmir and beyond.Zaibun, […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha attends ‘Kashur Riwaaj 2025’ in Baramulla
BARAMULLA, JULY 29: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended ‘Kashur Riwaaj 2025’, a vibrant cultural celebration held in Baramulla, aimed at showcasing the rich and diverse heritage of Kashmir through traditional music, dance, crafts, and cuisine. Organised by the Department of Culture, J&K, in collaboration with local artists and cultural groups, the event drew large […]
President Droupadi Murmu hosts J&K MPs alongside other states for breakfast at Rashtrapati Bhavan
Kashmir, April 4, 2025: President Droupadi Murmu hosted a breakfast meeting at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre today, welcoming Members of Parliament from Jammu and Kashmir, alongside representatives from Bihar, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, and Meghalaya. The event spotlighted Jammu and Kashmir’s evolving role in national discourse, offering a platform for […]
Almond Bloom Festival kicks off today at Badamwari in Srinagar
Srinagar, April 4, 2025: The historic Badamwari Garden in Srinagar, also known as Badam Vaer, is set to come alive today with the much-anticipated Almond Bloom Festival, a vibrant celebration of spring’s arrival in the Kashmir Valley. Organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department, the event kicks off at 11:00 AM and promises a […]
Spring awakens in Kashmir: A season of blooms and cultural vibrancy
Srinagar, April 2, 2025 – As winter’s grip loosens, Kashmir transforms into a vibrant tapestry of color and life, welcoming spring with its iconic tulip gardens, almond blossoms, and cultural festivities. The season, synonymous with renewal in the Valley, draws visitors from around the world to experience nature’s splendor and the region’s rich heritage. The […]
Kashmiri Youth Develops ‘Kashmiri GPT’ to Preserve Language and Bridge AI Gap
Kashmiri Youth Develops ‘Kashmiri GPT’ to Preserve Language and Bridge AI Gap. From conceiving this idea to taking it live I took five months. A Kashmiri youth has started Kashmiri GPT on the lines of Artificial Intelligence’s Chat GPT. I don’t have a team. All the hardwork has been done by myself. Chat GPT has […]
Soan Meeras 2025: A celebration of Srinagar’s cultural heritage
The “Soan Meeras” Heritage Festival, a three-day event celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of Srinagar, began on February 25, 2025, at Kashmir Haat. Organised by the District Administration Srinagar in collaboration with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), the festival aims to bridge generations by showcasing the region’s glorious past. The festival […]