Floral spectacle in Srinagar: Chrysanthemum show at Lal Chowk attracts tourists
Srinagar, October 18,2025: Lal Chowk in the city centre was houseful as the Chrysanthemum Flower Show attracted hordes of tourists and locals. The show, held by the Floriculture Department, witnessed an excellent exhibition of chrysanthemum flowers that showcased the city’s increased interest in floral tourism and urbanisation. The authorities said the project has been launched […]
Srinagar’s cycle sharing: High investment, low returns
Srinagar, April 09, 2025 – Srinagar’s ambitious cycle-sharing project, launched as part of the Smart City initiative, is facing scrutiny after reports revealed a stark disparity between its hefty investment and meager returns. Costing over Rs 13.20 crore to establish cycle tracks and a bike-sharing system, the project has generated just Rs 4.48 lakh in […]
J&K Dy CM Surinder Choudhary launches free bus service for women in Jammu
Jammu, April 1, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary launched the Free Bus Service for Women in Jammu, a landmark initiative aimed at promoting women’s empowerment and enhancing accessible mobility across the region. The scheme, which kicked off on April 1, 2025, allows women to travel free of cost on all […]
Omar Abdullah unveils free bus service: A boost for women’s empowerment in J&K
Srinagar, April 1, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah flagged off a groundbreaking initiative, the Free Bus Service for Women, across Jammu and Kashmir. Starting today, women in the region can travel free of cost on all Smart City and State Road Transport Corporation (SRTC) buses, marking a significant step toward women’s empowerment, accessible mobility, […]
Kashmir through the lens of Srinagar-Born Ashish Sharma: ‘Reimagining Jammu & Kashmir’ unveiled
SrinagarI March 20, 2025 – A new book titled Reimagining Jammu & Kashmir, authored by Srinagar-born photojournalist Ashish Sharma, offers a fresh perspective on the union territory through a collection of previously unseen images. Published by Bloomsbury Quest, the pictorial work captures the essence of Jammu and Kashmir, blending its breathtaking landscapes with narratives of […]
Tawi Riverfront project near completion with rapid progress
Jammu, March 12, 2025- The ambitious Tawi Riverfront project in Jammu is advancing at a brisk pace, with officials reporting significant strides toward its completion. Initiated to transform the banks of the Tawi River into a vibrant tourism and recreational hub, the project’s first phase is now slated for completion by April 2025, according to […]
CS reviews Tawi Riverfront, artificial lake development project; Exhorts for expeditious completion
SRINAGAR, JUNE 06: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today convened a meeting to review the progress achieved, so far, in development of Tawi Riverfront and artificial lake being established as part of the Jammu Smart City project.Among others the meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti, Commissioner Secretary, H&UDD, MD HADP, CEO, JSCL, Chief […]
CEO SSCL visits ICCC Zainakote HMT, reviews its functioning
SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 14: CEO Srinagar Smart City Ltd. (SSCL), Dr. Owais Ahmed today visited the Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC) at Zainakote HMT, Srinagar, to gain insights of cutting-edge urban technologies in Srinagar.During the visit, the CEO engaged in productive discussions with officials of SSCL and all stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of leveraging technology […]
Lt Governor inaugurates 4 Dal Lakefront projects of Srinagar Smart City Limited
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 16: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha inaugurated four Dal lakefront projects of Srinagar Smart City Limited today.In his address, the Lt Governor congratulated the entire team of Srinagar Smart City Limited for excellent city planning and execution.“Dal Lakefront projects are testimony to our commitment of reviving the historical social relationship of Srinagar city […]
Lt Governor inaugurates Jhelum Riverfront (Right Bank) Zero Bridge to General Post Office
SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 31: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha inaugurated the Jhelum Riverfront (Right Bank) Zero Bridge to the General Post Office (GPO), today.The riverfront has been upgraded as a pedestrian and cycling promenade along with parks, and public plazas equipped with public amenities like toilets, seating spaces, and high-quality lighting to the people.The Lt Governor […]