Jammu & Kashmir embraces grassroots transformation with robust panchayati raj funding and digital upgrades
Srinagar, April 3, 2025 — Jammu and Kashmir is undergoing a remarkable transformation at the grassroots level, driven by substantial government investments in Panchayati Raj Institutions and cutting-edge digital infrastructure. This strategic push is empowering local governance, fostering rural development, and bridging the digital divide, positioning the Union Territory as a model of decentralised democracy […]
DC Baramulla Minga Sherpa reviews PM Vishwakarma Scheme, stresses awareness camps and regular monitoring
Baramulla, 2, April 2025 – The District Development Commissioner of Baramulla Minga Sherpa conducted a comprehensive review of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme, a central government initiative aimed at uplifting traditional artisans and craftspeople. The meeting, held at the DC office, focused on ensuring maximum participation of eligible beneficiaries and streamlining the scheme’s implementation across the […]
Progressive farmer in Pulwama thrives with integrated dairy development scheme under HADP
Pulwama, April , 2 ,2025 – In the heart of Pulwama, a progressive farmer is reaping the rewards of the Integrated Dairy Development Scheme under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme , transforming dairy farming into a sustainable and profitable venture. This initiative, launched by the Jammu and Kashmir government, is empowering farmers with modern techniques, […]
National mission stabilises saffron industry, boosts farmer incomes: Government
Srinagar, March 26, 2025- The Indian government has declared the National Mission on Saffron a success in stabilising the saffron industry, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir, according to a statement made in the Legislative Assembly on March 25, 2025. Launched in 2010-11 with a budget of Rs 400.11 crore, the mission has utilized Rs 258.67 […]
Srinagar to host job fair at SP college on march 26
Srinagar, March 25, 2025 – The District Administration Srinagar, in collaboration with the District Employment and Counselling Centre , will organise a job fair at SP College on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. The event was officially announced on March 24 underscoring an initiative designed to enhance employment opportunities in the region. Scheduled to be held […]
Kisan credit card scheme boosts farmer empowerment, says Muhammad Sadiq
Pulwama, March 24, 2025 – Muhammad Sadiq, a local farmer from Jammu and Kashmir, has hailed the Kisan Credit Card Scheme as a game-changer for farmer empowerment in the region.He emphasised how the scheme has provided farmers with greater financial independence, enabling them to sell their produce on their own terms and breaking the cycle […]
New bridge in Ganderbal district: A gateway to progress opens
Ganderbal, March 22, 2025 – A transformative chapter unfolded in Ganderbal District with the inauguration of a new bridge, hailed as a vital infrastructure project poised to redefine connectivity across this picturesque region of Jammu and Kashmir. More than just a structure of steel and concrete, this bridge promises to uplift local communities by enhancing […]
From modest to massive: J&K milk production leaps 19.6% in one year with entrepreneurial push
Srinagar, March 22, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed a remarkable 19.6% surge in milk production over the past year, transforming the region’s dairy sector from modest beginnings to a burgeoning industry. This impressive growth, driven by an entrepreneurial wave and strategic government support, is reshaping livelihoods and boosting the local economy. The surge, […]
Farmer Kewal Kumar thrives with chemical-free jaggery unit under PMFME scheme
Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir, March 21, 2025 – Kewal Kumar, a dedicated sugarcane farmer from Dahanu village in Udhampur district, has emerged as a success story in sustainable agriculture. With support from the Prime Minister Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme, Kumar has established a thriving chemical-free jaggery making unit, contributing to both local […]
Rooftop Solar Success and Challenges in Jammu and Kashmir under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
Jammu and Kashmir, March 21, 2025 – The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a flagship initiative to provide free electricity through rooftop solar installations, has seen notable success across households in Jammu and Kashmir. Launched in February 2024, the scheme has empowered many residents with clean energy, aligning with India’s renewable energy goals. However, […]