Ground Zero marks historic red carpet premiere in Srinagar after 38 Years, honouring armed forces

Srinagar, April 18, 2025 – In a landmark moment for Indian cinema, the action thriller Ground Zero, starring Emraan Hashmi, premiered in Srinagar, marking the first red carpet film screening in Kashmir in 38 years. Dedicated to the Indian Army and Border Security Force , the special screening honoured the armed forces, showcasing their courage […]
Srinagar records second hottest april day in nearly eight decades at 30.4°C

Srinagar, April 16, 2025: Srinagar experienced its second highest maximum temperature ever recorded in April, reaching 30.4°C on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, according to the Meteorological Department . This temperature, 10.2°C above the seasonal average, marked the hottest April day in the city in nearly eight decades, with the all-time record of 31.1°C set on […]
Kashmir’s Tulip Garden sets new visitor record this spring

Srinagar, 15 April, 2025 – Srinagar’s Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Asia’s largest, has shattered visitor records this spring, drawing massive crowds since its opening in late March 2025. Nestled between Dal Lake and the Zabarwan Hills, the garden’s vibrant tulip display in a spectrum of colours has captivated tourists, blending nature’s beauty with Kashmir’s […]
10th All India Inter Zonal Softball Championship kicks off in Srinagar

The 10th All India Inter Zonal National Softball Championship for men and women commenced on April 14, 2025, at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. The event, inaugurated by Member of Legislative Assembly Nazir Ahmad Khan , drew athletes from across India for a three-day competition showcasing skill and sportsmanship. Organised by the J&K […]
Kashmir Cup season 3 kicks off with historic auction to fight drug abuse

SRINAGAR, April 13, 2025 – The Dalgate Sports Club ignited excitement across the Valley with the grand launch of Kashmir Cup Season 3, marked by a historic auction featuring over 800 players at the TRC Ground in Srinagar. Prominent figures Dr. Touseef Ahmed Bhat and football icon Sajid Yousuf Dar unveiled the glittering Kashmir Cup […]
Srinagar Sikh Community celebrates Khalsa Sajan Divas and Baisakhi with vibrant processions in Chanpora

SRINAGAR, April 13, 2025 – The Sikh community in Srinagar marked the auspicious occasion of Khalsa Sajan Divas and Baisakhi with fervent religious processions in the Chanpora area on Sunday. The celebrations, steeped in spiritual and cultural significance, brought together devotees to commemorate the formation of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in […]
Remote-controlled boat tackles Dal lake pollution

Srinagar, April 13, 2025: A remote-controlled garbage collection boat was introduced in Dal Lake, Srinagar, on Saturday, marking a significant step toward preserving the ecological health of this iconic water body. The initiative, spearheaded by the Lakes and Waterways Development Authority , aims to tackle pollution caused by solid waste, plastic debris, and floating garbage […]
Carrom fever grips Kashmiri youth as J&K Carrom association plans to double tournaments in 2025

Srinagar, April 12, 2025, – A surge of enthusiasm for carrom is captivating Kashmiri youth, transforming the tabletop game into a cultural phenomenon across the valley. The Jammu and Kashmir Carrom Association has unveiled plans to double its carrom tournaments in 2025, aiming to channel this growing passion into opportunities for competition and skill development. […]
5.8-magnitude earthquake strikes Kashmir, no loss of life or property reported

Srinagar, April 12, 2025 – A 5.8-magnitude earthquake jolted Jammu and Kashmir at approximately 1:00 p.m. today, with its epicenter located in Pakistan, according to the National Centre for Seismology . The quake, occurring at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, sent tremors across the Kashmir Valley, causing momentary alarm among residents. Authorities have confirmed […]
Srinagar gears up for vibrant Baisakhi festival at Zabarwan park on april 13, 2025

Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, April 12, 2025 – The Department of Tourism, Jammu and Kashmir, is set to host a grand Baisakhi festival at Zabarwan Park, Boulevard Road, Srinagar, on April 13, 2025, starting at 5 PM. This colorful and vibrant celebration promises to bring together locals and tourists in a joyous display of cultural […]