CM Omar Abdullah approves key welfare reforms for J&K construction workers
Srinagar, July 26: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah presided over the 22nd meeting of the J&K Building and Construction Workers Welfare Board, highlighting the government’s commitment to worker welfare, inclusive growth, and transparent governance. The meeting aimed to broaden the coverage of construction worker welfare schemes, redefine eligibility inclusively, and ensure direct and efficient delivery of […]
Indian Army inaugurates revitalised Yuva Centre in Dangiwacha to empower local youth
Baramulla, July 26: In a significant step towards youth empowerment and skill development in the region, the Indian Army inaugurated the newly revitalised Yuva Centre in Dangiwacha, located in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. The upgraded centre now features a Hi-Tech Computer Lab, Vocational Training Units, and Digital Learning Tools aimed at equipping the local youth […]
CS Atal Dulloo, MSME Secretary Das chart roadmap for J&K’s industrial boost
SRINAGAR, JULY 25: In a significant move to enhance industrial growth in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo held an extensive meeting with Union Secretary, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), S.C.L. Das. The meeting focused on the current industrial scenario in the Union Territory and explored long-term strategies to strengthen the […]
Sanction letter distribution ceremony held under Mission YUVA in Shopian
Shopian, July 23: A sanction letter distribution ceremony was organized today under the Mission YUVA initiative in Shopian. The event was presided over by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shri Shishir Gupta, IAS, and aimed at empowering youth by facilitating access to financial assistance for self-employment ventures. During the ceremony, several sanction letters were handed over […]
Mission YUVA: 232 Cases approved in Baramulla
BARAMULLA, July 23: In a significant step towards promoting youth empowerment and self-employment in Jammu and Kashmir, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today distributed sanction letters among 42 aspiring young entrepreneurs during the Roz-e-YUVA event. The event, aimed at fostering entrepreneurship and livelihood generation among the youth, witnessed enthusiastic participation from unemployed youngsters, local officials, […]
J&K emerging as a hub of education and innovation under PM Modi: LG Manoj Sinha
Jammu, July 19, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said that Jammu and Kashmir has transformed into a rising hub of education and innovation, crediting the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for ushering in a new era of opportunity and development in the Union Territory. Addressing the concluding ceremony of a […]
Kashmir handicrafts & handloom dept earns ₹1.07 crore from trainee product sales
Srinagar, July 17, 2025: The Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has achieved a significant milestone by generating a cumulative revenue of over Rs 1.07 crore over the last three financial years through the sale of products crafted by trainees at its training centres across the valley. This accomplishment highlights the department’s sustained efforts in […]
DDC Reasi approves 122 youth entrepreneurship cases under Mission YUVA
Reasi, July 16, 2025 – District Development Commissioner (DDC) Nidhi Malik chaired a pivotal meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) for Mission YUVA, approving 122 youth entrepreneurship cases to empower local youth in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative, aimed at combating unemployment and fostering sustainable self-employment, provides financial assistance and mentorship to […]
From dreamers to doers: Mission YUVA fuels J&K’s entrepreneurial surge
Srinagar, June 30, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir’s youth are at the heart of a transformative entrepreneurial revolution with the launch of Mission YUVA (Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan). Unveiled by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on June 28, 2025, at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, this ambitious initiative targets the creation of 1.37 […]
J&K LG Shri Manoj Sinha’s vision: Transforming Kashmir’s youth
In the picturesque yet historically turbulent region of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), a remarkable transformation is unfolding. Under the leadership of Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, the youth of Kashmir are experiencing a renaissance of opportunities, hope, and empowerment. His administration’s focus on peace, tourism, and holistic development has steered young Kashmiris away from the […]