Umeed-Ka-Zaika cafe in Kulgam emerges as symbol of women empowerment and self-reliance
Kulgam, May 22,2026- “Umeed-Ka-Zaika,” a canteen-cum-café operated by women under the UMEED-NRLM scheme, is emerging as a shining example of self-reliance, women empowerment, and grassroots entrepreneurship in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district. The initiative, launched under the UMEED–National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), is providing sustainable livelihood opportunities to local women by enabling them to manage and […]
Ex-serviceman sets up ₹1 crore turmeric and spice processing unit in Kathua border village
Kathua, May 22,2026- In a remarkable example of rural entrepreneurship and self-reliance, former serviceman Parveen Singh has established a turmeric and spices processing unit in Sultanpur village of Marheen Block in Kathua district under the One District One Product (ODOP) scheme. The initiative is emerging as a major boost for local farmers and unemployed youth […]
GOBARDhan initiative launched at Block Gund in Ganderbal to boost sustainable rural development
Ganderbal, February 25,2026-In a significant stride toward sustainable rural development, the GOBARDhan (Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan) initiative has been successfully launched at Block Gund in District Ganderbal under the ambit of the Swachh Bharat Mission Grameen. The initiative aims to transform cattle waste and organic waste into valuable resources such as clean energy and […]
Big credit push for J&K: NABARD pegs potential at ₹49,795.58 Cr
Jammu, February 3,2026- The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has estimated a priority sector credit potential of ₹49,795.58 crore for Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting significant opportunities for growth across agriculture, MSMEs, allied sectors, and rural infrastructure. The assessment was unveiled with the release of the NABARD Focus Paper by Chief Secretary Atal […]
Centre clears 10,000+ km projects under PMGSY-IV
Kashmir, January 22,2026-The Centre has sanctioned road construction and upgradation projects spanning over 10,000 kilometres for Jammu and Kashmir, Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Sikkim under Phase IV of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-IV), aimed at strengthening rural connectivity across remote and underserved regions. The approval forms part of the government’s broader […]
DC Baramulla reviews digitisation, fixes 15-day timeline
Baramulla, January 22,2026-Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, on Tuesday reviewed the status of the ongoing digitisation process and the Minor Irrigation Census in the district, directing all concerned departments to complete the remaining work within 15 days. Chairing a review meeting, the DC assessed the pace and quality of data entry, verification, and consolidation related […]
Mission YUVA Strengthens Grassroots Outreach Across Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu, January 20,2026-Mission YUVA (Youth Upliftment and Volunteer Action) has gathered significant momentum across Jammu and Kashmir, achieving coverage in nearly 95 per cent of panchayats and facilitating loans worth ₹847 crore to 14,887 applicants, officials said. The flagship initiative, aimed at promoting self-employment and entrepreneurship among youth, has emerged as a key pillar of […]
Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore brings doorstep governance in Kishtwar
Kishtwar, December 18,2025-Reaffirming the commitment to transparent, accountable, and people-centric governance, the District Administration Kishtwar successfully organised the “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore” outreach programme at the Block Development Office (BDO), Kishtwar, as part of the ongoing Good Governance Week celebrations. The initiative, spearheaded under the guidance of the Lieutenant Governor-led J&K Administration, aimed at strengthening […]
‘Kahani Jeet Ki’: DC Bandipora engages with inspiring beneficiaries
Bandipora December 17,2025:Deputy Commissioner Bandipora today held an interaction programme with beneficiaries under the “Kahani Jeet Ki” initiative, aimed at highlighting inspiring success stories of individuals who have benefited from various government welfare schemes. During the interaction, the Deputy Commissioner listened to the experiences of beneficiaries and lauded their resilience, hard work and determination in […]
Atal Dulloo expands CSCs for 100% panchayat coverage
Jammu, December 11, 2025: In a decisive move to enhance digital governance and strengthen citizen services, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo has directed a comprehensive push for 100% panchayat coverage through Common Service Centres (CSCs) across Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative aims to make government services more accessible to rural and remote communities. At a high-level […]