LG Manoj Sinha hails women-led agricultural innovation at SKUAST-Jammu
JAMMU, August 5, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized the pivotal role of women in transforming the agriculture and allied sectors during his address at the 9th Convocation Ceremony of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST-Jammu). Highlighting the theme of women-led development, Sinha lauded the contributions of Nari Shakti (women power) in driving innovation, enhancing […]
LG Sinha praises innovation, Nari Shakti at SKUAST-Jammu convocation
Jammu, August 04, 2025: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the 9th Convocation ceremony of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST)-Jammu, highlighting the critical role of innovation, modern technology, and women-led development in transforming the agriculture sector. The event marked the completion of 25 glorious years of the university, with LG Sinha congratulating graduating students, […]
PIB hosts ‘VARTA’ workshop to strengthen media-government collaboration
Srinagar, July 16, 2025: The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, Regional Office Srinagar, organized a media workshop titled ‘VARTA’ on Wednesday at the Directorate of Information & Public Relations (DIPR), Srinagar. The event aimed to foster stronger ties between media and government institutions, promoting collaborative communication, transparency, and […]
DDC Doda Harvinder Singh reviews holistic agriculture development program
Doda, Jammu & Kashmir, July 16, 2025 – District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda, Harvinder Singh (IAS), chaired a pivotal review meeting on July 15, 2025, at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex to evaluate the progress of the Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP) in Doda district. The meeting focused on fostering inter-departmental coordination, […]
Pulwama farmer shifts from almonds to climate-smart paddy on Karewa highland
Pulwama, June 24, 2025 — In a groundbreaking agricultural feat, Shabir Ahmad, a farmer from Renzipora village in Pulwama, South Kashmir, has transformed two kanals of Karewa highland—traditionally used for almond and saffron cultivation—into a thriving paddy field. By harnessing solar-powered irrigation through a government-subsidised scheme, Ahmad has introduced climate-smart farming to the dry, elevated […]
Kashmir’s Saffron Queen Goes Global
Pampore, Jammu and Kashmir, June 14, 2025 – Noushaba Jeelani, widely recognized as the ‘Saffron Queen of Kashmir,’ has redefined the saffron industry with her brand Noush, blending cultural heritage with a mission of women’s empowerment. By exporting premium, GI-tagged Kashmiri saffron to Europe and the Middle East, Jeelani has revitalized a traditional crop while […]
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan has brought scientists and farmers closer: J&K LG Manoj Sinha
Kulgam, June 14, 2025 – Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha visited the Mountain Research Centre for Field Crops (MRCFC), Khudwani, under Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) Kashmir in Kulgam district today to participate in the closing ceremony of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan 2025. The event also marked the Shubh Aarambh of […]
NVIDIA’s deep learning workshop at SKUAST-K empowers Kashmir’s youth for agritech future
Srinagar, April 19, 2025 – While the world buzzes about artificial intelligence, Kashmir is taking bold strides to embrace it. A two-day NVIDIA Deep Learning Ambassador Workshop, held on April 17–18 at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology , equipped students with cutting-edge skills in deep learning, neural networks, and agritech innovation. Led by […]
DC Poonch Awards 645 farmers E-Certificates under HADP
POONCH, April 17, 2025 – In a significant push to advance agricultural development, Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal, distributed e-certificates to 645 farmers who successfully completed the Daksh Kisan training program under the Holistic Agricultural Development Program on April 16, 2025. The ceremony, held in Poonch, marked a milestone in empowering local farmers with modern […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah reviews HADP, launches digital tools for J&K’s agri-revolution
SRINAGAR, April 16, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah led a high-level review of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme at the Civil Secretariat, underscoring his government’s ambition to create a Rs 1 lakh crore agricultural economy in Jammu and Kashmir by 2030. Calling HADP a “movement for farmers’ prosperity,” Abdullah unveiled a series of tech-driven […]