Darul Uloom Qadriya Madrassa celebrates Independence Day
Bandipora, August 16,2026- Students and staff of Darul Uloom Qadriya Madrassa in Sumbal, Bandipora district, celebrated India’s Independence Day with visible pride, unity and love for the nation, joining thousands of similar commemorations held across Jammu & Kashmir this week. The occasion, marked with the same enthusiasm seen in schools and public institutions across the […]
Tourism boom transforms Jammu & Kashmir as visitor footfall crosses 2.36 crore after Article 370
Srinagar, August 5,2026- Jammu & Kashmir’s tourism sector has witnessed unprecedented growth in the years following the abrogation of Article 370, emerging as one of the strongest drivers of the Union Territory’s economic revival. From approximately 25 lakh tourist visits in 2020 to more than 2.36 crore visitors, the region has experienced a remarkable surge […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha hands over appointment letters to terror victim’s families
Srinagar, August 5,2026- In a significant step towards providing long-awaited relief to families affected by terrorism, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday handed over appointment letters to 37 Next of Kins (NoKs) of civilians who lost their lives in terror attacks across Jammu & Kashmir. The event, held in Srinagar on the seventh anniversary of the […]
Seven years of transformation after Article 370
Kashmir, August 5,2026-Seven years after the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu & Kashmir continues to witness significant changes across multiple sectors, with improvements in security, infrastructure, tourism, connectivity, education, healthcare, and economic development. The constitutional changes introduced on 5 August 2019 marked a new administrative phase for the region, and the years since have seen […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha visits Voluntary Medicare Society, commends five decades of service to persons with disabilities
Jammu,July 22,2026- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha visited the Voluntary Medicare Society (VMS) and lauded the institution for its more than five decades of dedicated service towards the welfare and empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) across Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. During his visit, the Lieutenant Governor interacted with specially-abled individuals, para-athletes, staff members, and […]
BRO opens first permanent Teel Jambhir Bridge in Rajouri, boosting all-weather connectivity to border areas
Rajouri, July 6,2026- In a major infrastructure milestone for Jammu and Kashmir’s border region, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Project Sampark has opened the first-ever permanent 60-metre steel Jambhir Bridge for traffic over the Jambhir Nallah on the Nadpur NH-144 Link–Qila Dharhal–Lam Road in Rajouri district. The newly inaugurated bridge marks the first permanent crossing […]
Kashmir tourism sees strong summer surge, boosting local economy and livelihoods
Srinagar, June 23,2026- Kashmir is witnessing a significant surge in tourism this summer, with rising tourist arrivals, increased hotel bookings, and growing economic activity across the Valley. The influx of visitors is providing a major boost to local businesses and generating livelihood opportunities for thousands of people dependent on the tourism sector. Popular destinations including […]
Amarnath Yatra powers J&K economy, sustaining thousands of local livelihoods
Srinagar, July 23,2026- The annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra is not only one of India’s most revered spiritual pilgrimages but also a major driver of economic activity across Jammu and Kashmir. Every year, the Yatra generates significant employment and business opportunities, benefiting thousands of families directly and indirectly associated with the pilgrimage. From pony-walas, pithus […]
Purple revolution drives prosperity across Jammu & Kashmir, empowering thousands of farmers
Pulwama, June 23,2026- The vibrant purple fields of lavender spreading across Jammu and Kashmir are not only transforming the landscape but also creating new avenues of prosperity for rural communities. What began as an innovative agricultural initiative has evolved into a thriving “Lavender Economy,” connecting nearly 4,000 farmers to high-value markets and generating sustainable livelihoods […]
Kashmir emerges as a preferred weekend getaway, boosting tourism and local economy
Srinagar, June 23,2026- Kashmir is witnessing a remarkable transformation in its tourism landscape, evolving from a once-in-a-lifetime destination into a favored weekend retreat for travelers from across India. Improved connectivity, enhanced infrastructure, and faster travel options are encouraging tourists to make shorter yet more frequent visits to the Valley, providing a substantial boost to the […]