HADP saves Kashmiri youth, countering online gambling addictive pull
SRINAGAR, August 14, 2025 – The Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP), a flagship initiative of the Jammu and Kashmir government, is empowering the region’s youth by providing sustainable livelihoods and countering the addictive allure of online gambling platforms. By generating nearly 300,000 jobs, HADP addresses the socio-economic vulnerabilities that drive young people toward compulsive betting […]
USBRL Project: Transforming Jammu and Kashmir with connectivity and eco-safeguards
On August 7, 2025, the Government of India highlighted the transformative impact of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, a 272-km engineering marvel that has revolutionized connectivity, socio-economic development, and eco-safeguards in Jammu and Kashmir. Fully commissioned in June 2025, the project, declared a National Project in 2002, connects Udhampur, Reasi, Ramban, Srinagar, Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam, and Baramulla districts, integrating the […]
Government grants ₹33.34 lakh to revive Kashmir’s Karkhandar crafts
SRINAGAR, August 5, 2025: The Handicrafts and Handloom Department, Kashmir, has released ₹33.34 lakh to implement the Karkhandar Scheme across the Kashmir Division, reinforcing the government’s commitment to preserving the region’s rich artisanal heritage and uplifting craftsmen’s livelihoods. The funds, disbursed to Assistant Directors in Anantnag, Budgam, Baramulla, Kulgam, and Srinagar districts, aim to accelerate […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha urges KU alumni to support J&K’s progress
SRINAGAR, JULY 27: Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha, addressed the alumni meet of the University of Kashmir, calling on its distinguished former students to play a proactive role in shaping the future of the Union Territory through their expertise, influence, and commitment. In an inspiring address, LG Manoj Sinha emphasized […]
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 […]