Wet spell in Kashmir to persist until July 17, MeT issues yellow alert
Srinagar, July 15, 2025 – The Kashmir Valley is experiencing a prolonged wet spell, with the Meteorological Department (MeT) forecasting continued rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir until July 17. Following a brief rise in temperatures, light to moderate rainfall returned on Monday, cooling the region and prompting weather advisories from authorities. The Srinagar district administration […]
Omar Abdullah kicks off Shrawan Mahotsav, boosts adventure tourism
Srinagar, July 14, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah emphasized the pivotal role of adventure tourism in boosting repeat visits to Jammu and Kashmir during the launch of the book Valleys of Jammu and Kashmir – A Tribute to the Soul of Jammu and Kashmir by Mehmood A. Shah, Managing Director of Kashmir Power Distribution […]
DC Srinagar Akshay Labroo and SMC commissioner review PMAY-Urban 2.0 progress
Srinagar, June 26, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, and Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) Commissioner, Faz Lul Haseeb, jointly chaired a comprehensive meeting to review the progress of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 (PMAY-U 2.0) in Srinagar district. Held at the DC Office Complex, the meeting focused on ensuring swift, […]
Bilquis Mir to lead Khelo India water sports games in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 12, 2025 – In a historic milestone for Jammu and Kashmir, Bilquis Mir, a trailblazer in Indian water sports and the country’s first woman Olympic jury member (Paris 2024), has been appointed as the Competition Director for the first-ever Khelo India Water Sports Games (KIWSG). The event is scheduled to take place from […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates ‘Bharat Sanrachna J&K 2025 in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 10, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha inaugurated the ‘Bharat Sanrachna J&K 2025’ exhibition and public outreach initiative at Srinagar, emphasizing inclusive development, innovation, and the transformative growth of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The three-day mega event aims to create awareness about government schemes, welfare programs, and technology-driven development across […]
Shaista Wani and Farhana Rehman to represent India at Women’s Asia Softball Championship
Jammu, July 10, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir is beaming with pride as two of its talented daughters, Shaista Wani from Srinagar and Farhana Rehman from Pulwama, have been selected to represent India in the Women’s Asia Softball Championship, set to take place in Xi’an, China, from July 14 to 20, 2025. This remarkable achievement […]
Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat showcases UT tourism potential in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 8, 2025: Union Minister for Tourism and Culture, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, expressed his enthusiasm after addressing the concluding session of the two-day National Tourism Secretaries’ Conference held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. The minister emphasized the immense tourism potential of India’s Union Territories (UTs), from Ladakh to Lakshadweep, describing […]
New bus service connects Jammu to Daddal Kalasara via Sunderbani
July 7, 2025, Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir – In a significant step toward enhancing regional transport, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary flagged off a new daily bus service from Jammu to Daddal Kalasara via Sunderbani Bajabhain on July 6, 2025. This long-awaited service addresses the persistent demand for improved transportation in the far-flung areas of […]
Heavy rainfall disrupts Srinagar, Lal Chowk faces waterlogging
July 7, 2025, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir – Heavy rainfall lashed parts of Srinagar, including the iconic Lal Chowk, bringing much-needed relief from the recent heatwave but causing significant disruptions due to waterlogging and traffic chaos. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had forecasted light to moderate rain with the possibility of intense showers, which materialized […]
Union Minister Piyush Goyal enjoys shikara ride on Dal Lake in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 6, 2025 – Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, was spotted enjoying a serene shikara ride on the picturesque Dal Lake in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, on Sunday. The minister’s visit to the iconic lake, often referred to as the “Jewel of Srinagar,” was a moment of leisure that also highlighted […]