J&K bank disburses job loans to youth under Mission YUVA, boosting entrepreneurship
Srinagar, July 19, 2025 – J&K Bank has taken a significant step in empowering the youth of Jammu and Kashmir by disbursing job loans under the government’s flagship initiative, Mission YUVA (Mission Youth for Unemployment and Vocation Advancement). The bank organized multiple ‘Roz-e-YUVA’ events in Kashmir and ‘Udyami YUVA Day’ events in Jammu, distributing hundreds of loan […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Fostering bonds between locals and pilgrims
The Amarnath Yatra 2025, a sacred Hindu pilgrimage to the 3,880-meter-high cave shrine in south Kashmir, has not only been a spiritual journey but also a testament to the unity and collaboration between locals and pilgrims. Commencing on July 3 and concluding on August 9, 2025, the yatra has drawn over 1.82 lakh devotees in its first ten days, […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Ramban ensures clean, safe pilgrimage
Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, July 13, 2025 – The Ramban district administration has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure round-the-clock sanitation and cleanliness along the Amarnath Yatra route, prioritizing a safe and hygienic environment for pilgrims during the ongoing pilgrimage. According to Mohammed Ashfaq Khanji, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat and Nodal Officer for sanitation, over 1,200 washrooms […]
Amarnath Yatra 2025: 70,000+ pilgrims reach Holy Cave in Just 4 days amid high security
Srinagar, July 7, 2025: The Amarnath Yatra 2025, one of India’s holiest pilgrimages, has witnessed an overwhelming turnout, with over 70,000 devotees paying obeisance at the sacred Amarnath cave shrine in the first four days since its commencement on July 3. Despite challenges like the Pahalgam terror attack in April and adverse weather conditions, pilgrims […]
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flags off ambulances for Ramban and Anantnag districts
Srinagar, July 1, 2025, 6:00 PM IST – Lieutenant Governor (LG) Manoj Sinha today flagged off a fleet of five ambulances for hospitals in Ramban and Anantnag districts, donated by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) through Quazigund Expressway Pvt. Ltd. under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The initiative aims to strengthen emergency […]
DC Ramesh Kumar reviews Amarnath Yatra 2025 preparations, inspects NH-44 in Banihal
Banihal, June 19, 2025: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, conducted an extensive visit to the Banihal area of Ramban district on Wednesday evening to assess the condition of National Highway-44 (NH-44) and review preparations for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2025, scheduled from July 3 to August 9. Accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad […]
Schools reopen in Jammu amid fragile peace, marking a step toward normalcy
Life in Jammu is slowly reclaiming its rhythm as schools reopen in select zones, a hopeful sign after days of tension along the India-Pakistan border. Morning visuals from the city paint a vivid picture: children in crisp uniforms, their laughter echoing through the streets, heading to classrooms that stand as symbols of stability. This cautious […]
All gates of Baglihar hydroelectric power project dam closed on Chenab River in Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir
Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, May 14, 2025 – All gates of the Baglihar Hydroelectric Power Project Dam on the Chenab River in Ramban, Jammu and Kashmir, remain closed for the second consecutive day. The closure follows heavy rainfall that led to the opening of the dam’s gates to manage rising water levels and prevent flooding […]
J&K weather alert: Dr. Mukhtar warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms across region
Srinagar, May 8, 2025 – Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad, Director of the India Meteorological Department for Jammu and Kashmir, has issued an urgent weather alert, warning of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms expected to lash the region from May 9 to May 12. The advisory highlights risks of flash floods, landslides, and disruptions, urging residents and authorities […]
Light rain showers bring relief at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra, Jammu
Katra, May 8, 2025 – The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine, nestled in the Trikuta Hills, is experiencing light rain showers, casting a serene yet challenging atmosphere over the pilgrimage. Katra, the base town, is seeing mild rainfall with temperatures between 20°C and 30°C, rendering the 12-km trek to the holy cave scenic but slippery. […]