Kashmir Ahead

J&K CM Omar Abdullah pledges more bunkers for Tangdhar’s border safety

Tangdhar, May 13, 2025- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited Tangdhar in Kupwara district to inspect community bunkers, vital shelters for residents near the Line of Control . “These structures are a lifeline during times of crisis,” Abdullah declared. “We will ensure the construction of more such safe spaces to protect and support our people living […]

J&K CM Omar Abdullah visits cross-border shelling-affected areas in Kupwara

Kupwara, May 13, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited Kupwara district today to assess the impact of recent cross-border shelling by Pakistan, which has left homes, religious sites, and public infrastructure in ruins. The visit comes as the region reels from escalated tensions following India’s Operation Sindoor, a targeted strike against […]

J&K schools in non-border areas to reopen tomorrow border areas on hold

Srinagar, May 12, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir government announced that all schools and colleges in non-border districts of the Union Territory will reopen on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, following a week-long closure due to heightened India-Pakistan tensions. The decision comes after a US-mediated ceasefire, effective from 5 PM on May 10, restored tentative […]

Jal Jeevan Mission advances in Kupwara: Over 1.29 lakh households gain water access

Srinagar, April 30, 2025 – Mission Director of Jal Jeevan Mission J&K, Khurshid Ahmad Shah, chaired a review meeting yesterday to assess the progress of JJM implementation in Kupwara district, emphasising the urgent need to accelerate water supply projects. The meeting, held in Srinagar, revealed significant strides in providing Functional Household Tap Connections to rural […]

Self Help Group women cultivating sustainable futures with UMEED in Kupwara

In the verdant valleys of Kupwara, women from marginalised communities are scripting a story of resilience and empowerment through Self-Help Groups under the UMEED scheme of the Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission (JKRLM). These groups are not only fostering financial independence but also cultivating sustainable futures by launching eco-friendly businesses and promoting community development. […]

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