17th annual Gangbal Yatra begins in Ganderbal Amid religious fervour
Ganderbal, Aug 30, 2025: The 17th Annual Gangbal Yatra, also known as the “Kailash of Kashmir,” commenced on Saturday from the Naranag base camp in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district, marking a significant spiritual journey for Kashmiri Pandits. Organised by the Harmukh Ganga Gangbal Trust (HGGT) under the leadership of Vinod Pandit, the pilgrimage to the […]
LG Manoj Sinha launches new measures for justice and rehabilitation of terror victims in J&K
Baramulla, July 15, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has launched a transformative initiative to ensure that no victim of terrorism is forgotten, promising justice, jobs, and dignity for affected families. During a landmark event on July 13 at the North Campus of Kashmir University in Baramulla, Sinha handed over appointment letters […]
Hindu-Muslim unity shines at sacred Kashmir gathering during Kheer Bhawani Mela and Urs of Shah-e-Hamdan
Srinagar, June 11, 2025 – In a heartwarming display of interfaith harmony, Muslims, Sikhs, and Kashmiri Pandits came together in Jammu and Kashmir to celebrate the Kheer Bhawani Mela and the Urs of Shah-e-Hamdan (RA), two significant religious events that coincided in a rare convergence of devotion and unity. The gatherings, held at the revered […]
HESK delegation meets J&K LG Manoj Sinha to discuss community initiatives
Jammu, April 10, 2025 – A delegation from the Hindu Education Society Kashmir (HESK), led by its President Prof. B. L. Zutshi, called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Wednesday at Raj Bhavan. The meeting underscored HESK’s ongoing efforts to engage with the administration on matters concerning education, community welfare, and the preservation of […]
Sharda temple in Teetwal sees influx of Kashmiri pandits and curious locals
Teetwal, April 07, 2025 – The Sharda Temple near the Line of Control in Teetwal, Kashmir, welcomed its first group of Kashmiri Pandit pilgrims from Handwara , alongside visitors from Bangalore and Mumbai, marking a significant moment for the recently revived spiritual site. Situated in the Kupwara district along the banks of the Kishanganga River, […]
Grand Ganga Aarti celebrated at Teetwal, Kashmir on the banks of Kishenganga river
Teetwal, Kashmir, April 2, 2025 – A grand Ganga Aarti was performed on the serene banks of the Kishenganga River at Teetwal, near the Line of Control in Kashmir, marking a significant spiritual and cultural event. Organised by the Save Sharda Committee Kashmir on the eve of Navratras, the ceremony drew hundreds of devotees, including […]
No need for UN office in Srinagar now, says LG Manoj Sinha; issue lies with external affairs ministry
Jammu, April 2, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha stated on Tuesday that there is no longer a need for a United Nations office in Srinagar, given the improved situation in Jammu and Kashmir. However, he clarified that the decision falls under the domain of the External Affairs Ministry , which holds […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha extends Navreh Greetings, celebrates Rajasthan Foundation Day, and reaffirms commitment to Kashmiri Pandits
Jammu, March 31, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha marked the auspicious occasion of Navreh, the Kashmiri New Year, by engaging with the Kashmiri Pandit community and extending warm greetings to them. On the same day, he also conveyed his best wishes to the people of Rajasthan on the state’s Foundation Day, lauding its rich […]
PDP MLA calls for dignity in Kashmiri Pandit rehabilitation
Srinagar, March 20, 2025 – Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) MLA Waheed-ur-Rehman Para called for a fundamental shift in the government’s approach to the rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits, emphasizing that their plight should be treated as a matter of “dignity” rather than a mere issue of “relief.” Speaking during a debate on grants for Chief Minister […]
Transit homes getting ready for the return of Kashmiri Pandits in the Valley
Transit accommodation is being constructed in Balapora, Shopian for Kashmiri Pandits. To make the Kashmiri Pandits return to their homeland, the government under the scheme Prime Minister’s Development Package (PDMP) is constructing flats for their living. Zafar Hussain, Executive Engineer R&B says around 196 pandits can stay in these accommodations. The LG government and the […]