Fresh snowfall blankets Kashmir, disrupting travel and temperatures plunge
Kashmir has witnessed the season’s first major snowfall, transforming the region into a winter wonderland. From the lush green valleys to the snow-capped peaks, the fresh snowfall has been particularly intense across many areas, marking a dramatic shift in the weather as temperatures plummet. In the picturesque town of Sonamarg, located in the Ganderbal district […]
Candlelight March organised at Kupwara against killing of civilians at Sonamarg by militants
KUPWARA, OCTOBER 22: A Candlelight March was held at Kupwara to protest against the killing of seven civilians — a local doctor and six non-local workers in a militant attack at a construction site in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal on Sunday (October 20, 2024) evening.The civil society Kupwara took to the streets on Monday evening and […]
Deep appreciation for the people of Kashmir for the exceptional hospitality
A pilgrim shared her experience of visiting Srinagar when she was 12 years old, accompanied by their father. The kindness and hospitality of the people in Srinagar made a lasting impression on her. While returning to Srinagar she experienced the same warm reception. She went to the extent of claiming that people were even friendlier […]
Lt Governor addresses J&K Bharat Scouts & Guides’ UT-level Camporee at Sonamarg
SONAMARG, JUNE 25: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed J&K Bharat Scouts and Guides’ UT-level Camporee at International Youth Hostel, Sonamarg.In his address, the Lt Governor highlighted the exemplary contribution of Scouts and Guides in nation-building.“Our Scouts and Guides are epitome of selfless service, discipline, dedication and leadership. They are a living example of […]
RDD Secretary visits Baltal; assesses sanitation facilities for SANJY-2024
SRINAGAR, JUNE 11: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, on Tuesday conducted an extensive tour of Baltal base camp, Domail and Neelgrath to assess the sanitation facilities being put in place along the Sonamarg axis for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY), 2024, scheduled to commence on 29th […]
DDC G’bal convenes 26th BOCA meet of SDA
GANDERBAL, JUNE 06: The District Development Commissioner (DDC) Ganderbal, Shyambir today chaired the 26th Building Operation and Controlling Authority (BOCA) meeting of the Sonamarg Development Authority (SDA) in the VC Room of the DC Office, here.During the meeting, a detailed discussion was held on applications received seeking permission for construction and repair cases, including those […]
Sonamarg Authority Initiates 1st Ice Skating Event| Inspires Youth to Start The Year with Wellness
Sonamarg Authority Initiates 1st Ice Skating Event| Inspires Youth to Start The Year with Wellness For the first time a skating event has been organised in Kashmir’s Sonamarg, said a female participant. We felt happy to see the event. The Sonamarg Development Authority initiated the inaugural Ice Skating Event inspiring the local youth to glide […]
First ever Ice Skating camp concludes at Sonamarg
GANDERBAL, JANUARY 06: The inaugural Ice Skating camp at Sonamarg, initiated on December 24, 2023, marked its successful conclusion today.Organized by the District Administration Ganderbal in collaboration with local stakeholders, the event witnessed the participation of approximately 20 local boys who received expert training from Mohd Ashraf Dijoo of the Ice Skating Association of Jammu […]
Sonamarg | Tourists Enjoy Beauty and Hospitality in Kashmir | Describe it as a ‘Dream Come True’
Sonamarg | Tourists Enjoy Beauty and Hospitality in Kashmir | Describe it as a ‘Dream Come True’ We are having a good experience in Sonamarg, said a female tourist. Kashmir is known as ‘Heaven on Earth’ and we are experiencing it live. We cannot express the beauty of Kashmir in words. We have travelled all […]
Ponies getting health check up, registration and tagging in Sonamarg before Shri Amarnath Yatra 2023
We are entrusted with the task of pony registration including insurance, said officials from the Department of Animal Husbandry at district Ganderbal in Sonamarg. All the ponies, horses get registered, then they move to Baltal where they can work. A health certificate is provided free of cost which is valid for one year. We register […]