From Kashmir’s dust to the world’s crown: Hurmat’s skyward swing

Sopore, November 3,2025: In the serene apple orchards of Sopore, where the Himalayan winds carry whispers of dreams, a young girl’s story has risen to symbolise courage, passion, and transformation. Hurmat Irshad Bhat, an eight-year-old cricketer from North Kashmir, has captured the imagination of the nation — her journey from a dusty ground in Sopore […]
Sopore’s self-taught painting artist Rauf Qayasi wins national accolade

Sopore, July 21, 2025: Rauf Qayasi, a self-taught artist and teacher from Sopore in North Kashmir’s Baramulla district, has been honored with a prestigious national accolade for his exceptional contributions to the world of painting. Over the past three decades, Qayasi’s dedication to his craft has earned him recognition not only in Jammu and Kashmir […]
Varmul Gindo 2025: Baramulla shines with sports, unity, and youth energy

Baramulla, June 24, 2025 — The picturesque town of Baramulla, nestled in the heart of Kashmir, is pulsating with the vibrant energy of Varmul Gindo 2025, a grand sports festival that has brought together over 1,600 young athletes to compete in more than 20 sports disciplines. From the electrifying volleyball matches at Showkat Ali Stadium […]
Sakina Itoo dedicates buses to five Kashmir degree colleges under J&K bank CSR initiative

Srinagar, June 24, 2025 – Minister for Health, Medical Education, Social Welfare, and Higher Education, Sakina Itoo, alongside Advisor to Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, dedicated five buses to Government Degree Colleges in Kupwara, Sopore, Tangmarg, DH Pora, and Tulail, aiming to enhance educational access for students in remote areas of Kashmir. The flagging-off ceremony […]
Zonal level chess tournament kicks off annual sports activities in Baramulla

Baramulla, April 11, 2025 – The Department of Youth Services and Sports District Baramulla launched its annual sports calendar with a vibrant Inter-School Zonal Level Chess Competition for Under-14 and Under-17 Boys on April 10. Held at Subhana Stadium, Sopore, and organised by the Zonal Physical Education Officer Sopore, the event marked the start of […]
J&K government has unveiled Rs 63.53 crore initiative to ease traffic congestion at Sopore

Srinagar, March 10, 2025 – The Jammu and Kashmir government has unveiled a Rs 63.53 crore initiative aimed at alleviating the persistent traffic congestion in Sopore town, a bustling hub in north Kashmir known for housing Asia’s largest fruit mandi. The announcement, made on Monday, underscores the administration’s efforts to address long-standing traffic woes that […]
DC Baramulla inspects developmental projects in Sopore; emphasises timely completion

Baramulla, February 22: Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, recently visited Nagbal, Seerjageer, and Ladoora to inspect ongoing developmental projects aimed at improving connectivity in the region. The DC reviewed the progress of the Ladoora-Nagbal Bridge, currently under construction at a cost of ₹5.17 crore, and the Sopore-Seerjageer Bridge, with an estimated investment of ₹12.69 crore. […]
Deputy CM visits Sopore; inaugurates Water Supply Scheme at Sopore Fruit Mandi

SOPORE, NOVEMBER 9: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Chaudhary, today visited Sopore and inaugurated Water Supply Scheme at Sopore’s Fruit Mandi, Asia’s second largest fruit marketplace.The inauguration ceremony was attended by Minister for Jal Shakti, Forests and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmad Rana, Minister for Agricultural Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar and […]
Empowering Kashmir’s future: The role of voting in building progress

Over the past three decades, Kashmir has faced many challenges, but now there is an opportunity for a new beginning. The period of unrest and hardship must give way to peace and progress. Our generation, having experienced these difficult times, now stands at a crossroads where we can contribute to positive change. Development is crucial, […]
DEO B’la visits Sopore, inspects RO office Sopore-AC

BARAMULLA, SEPTEMBER 10: The District Election Officer (DEO) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa conducted a visit to Sopore today to inspect the facilities at the office of the Returning Officer (RO) for the 07-Sopore Assembly Constituency.Accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Sopore, S.A. Raina, who is also serving as the Returning Officer, Sherpa reviewed the Assured Minimum […]