From skill to self-reliance: Banihal woman builds success through crewel embroidery

Banihal , January 15,2026-In a compelling story of determination and empowerment, Sumaira Bashir from Banihal has transformed her traditional skill in crewel embroidery into a sustainable livelihood, emerging as a symbol of women empowerment and self-employment in Ramban district. With support under the Karkhandar Scheme, Sumaira established her own embroidery unit, turning her passion for […]
PM Modi highlights GI-Tagged RambanSulai honey in #MannKiBaat

Jammu & Kashmir,November 30,2025: During the 128th episode of his radio programme #MannKiBaat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the unique RambanSulai honey produced in the hilly regions of Jammu and Kashmir. This honey, derived from wild basil (sulai) flowers, is distinctive for its white colour and aromatic flavour. RambanSulai honey has earned a Geographical Indication […]
Cluster-Level Block sports meet held at Gool, Ramban

Ramban, November 2,2025: A Cluster-Level Block Sports Meet was successfully organised at Gool, Ramban, witnessing enthusiastic participation from students and youth across various educational institutions. The event aimed to promote sportsmanship, physical fitness, and youth engagement at the grassroots level. Participants competed in multiple disciplines including athletics, volleyball, kabaddi, and kho-kho, showcasing exceptional energy and […]
CRPF’s Chenab cleanse: Guardians of green honour Gandhi’s legacy

Ramban, October 3, 2025 – In a heartfelt tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 156th birth anniversary, the 84th Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) rolled up their sleeves for a spirited cleanliness drive along the pristine banks of the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district. Timed to coincide with Gandhi Jayanti […]
Unveiling Ghoda Gali’s mystery horsemen in Jammu & Kashmir

Gool, Ramban District, August 21, 2025 – Nestled in the rugged Pir Panjal range of Jammu and Kashmir, Ghoda Gali, also known as Ghora Gali, is an ancient sculptural marvel located on the Gool-Sangaldan road, approximately 50 km from Ramban and 200 km from Jammu. This open-air museum in Gool, Ramban District, captivates visitors with […]
NH44 maintenance and restoration work in full swing across Jammu and Kashmir

Srinagar, April 27, 2025 – Restoration and maintenance efforts on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH44) are in full swing following severe damage caused by flash floods and landslides in Ramban district on April 19–20, 2025. The 250-km highway, a critical lifeline connecting the Kashmir Valley to the rest of India, was blocked at multiple points […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah visits Dharamkund, Ramban to console flash flood victim’s families

Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, April 22, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah visited Dharamkund in Ramban district to meet families devastated by recent flash floods and landslides triggered by a cloudburst on April 20, 2025. The natural disaster caused significant damage to infrastructure, homes, and the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, claiming three lives, […]
Cloudburst triggers deadly flash floods and landslides in Ramban, J&K; highway blocked

Ramban, April 20, 2025 – A devastating cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district unleashed flash floods and landslides early Sunday, blocking the strategic Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) at multiple locations, and disrupting power and water supply, officials confirmed. The disaster, compounded by heavy rainfall, hailstorms, and high-velocity winds, has caused widespread damage to homes, […]
The mysterious horsemen of Gool: Ancient stone sentinels of Jammu and Kashmir’s hidden past

Ramban , April 08, 2025 – Nestled in the rugged expanse of the Pir Panjal range within the Jammu Division of Jammu and Kashmir, India, a captivating enigma known as the Mysterious Horsemen continues to baffle historians and enthrall adventurers. These ancient stone statues, scattered across at least three remote locations, stand as silent sentinels […]