Centre disburses over ₹1,000 Crore for J&K road infrastructure under CRIF Since 2020
Srinagar, August 22, 2025: The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has disbursed over ₹1,000 crore to Jammu and Kashmir under the Central Road and Infrastructure Fund (CRIF) since 2020 to bolster road infrastructure development in the Union Territory. The funds, aimed at enhancing connectivity and supporting economic growth, have been allocated for […]
Kashmir Marathon 2025: Registrations open Soon!
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir – The breathtaking Kashmir Valley is set to host the Second Edition of the Kashmir Marathon, an international athletic event that promises to blend endurance, culture, and unparalleled natural beauty. Following the resounding success of its inaugural edition in 2024, the marathon is back to captivate runners and spectators alike. Registrations for the […]
Khelo India Water Sports Festival to make waves at Dal Lake, Srinagar
Srinagar, August 20, 2025 – The Khelo India Water Sports Festival, a vibrant celebration of athleticism and unity, is set to take place from August 21 to 23, 2025, at the picturesque Dal Lake in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. Approximately 800 athletes and 200 volunteers from across India will participate in this three-day event, showcasing […]
Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025: J&K athletes aim for National Glory at Dal Lake
Srinagar, August 19, 2025 – The inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025, set to take place from August 21-23 at the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar, is poised to be a transformative event for Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) athletes and the region’s sports tourism. Over 400 athletes from 36 states and Union Territories will […]
Himalayan Kingfisher soars as mascot for Khelo India Water Sports festival 2025
Srinagar, August 14, 2025 – The inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival (KIWSF) 2025 made a vibrant splash today with the unveiling of its official mascot, the Himalayan Kingfisher, in Srinagar. Set to take place from August 21-23 at the iconic Dal Lake in Jammu & Kashmir, the festival promises to be a grand showcase […]
CS Atal Dulloo finalises plans for Khelo India water sports festival 2025
Srinagar, August 13, 2025 – Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo chaired a high-level meeting on August 12, 2025, with senior officials from the civil administration and police to finalize preparations for the inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival (KIWSF) 2025, set to take place on Srinagar’s iconic Dal Lake from August 21 to 23. The event, […]
Devotees flock to Shankaracharya Temple for Raksha Bandhan celebrations
SRINAGAR, August 11, 2025 – Thousands of devotees flocked to the historic Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar on August 9, 2025, to offer special prayers on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, a festival celebrating the bond between siblings. The centuries-old temple, perched atop the Shankaracharya Hill overlooking the picturesque Dal Lake, resonated with devotional chants and hymns […]
Katra-Amritsar Vande Bharat train launched, runs six days a week
JAMMU, August 11, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the new Vande Bharat Express train service connecting Amritsar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra on August 10, 2025, marking a significant enhancement in connectivity for pilgrims and tourists visiting the revered Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir. This high-speed train, […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha showcases New Kashmir on Aapki Adalat
Srinagar, August 10, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, in a compelling Aapki Adalat episode on India TV, passionately defended his transformative leadership, declaring “a new Kashmir” where startups replace street violence and tourism thrives. Hosted by Rajat Sharma and judged by Retired Lieutenant General Devendra Pratap Pandey, Sinha addressed allegations of […]
USBRL Project: Transforming Jammu and Kashmir with connectivity and eco-safeguards
On August 7, 2025, the Government of India highlighted the transformative impact of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project, a 272-km engineering marvel that has revolutionized connectivity, socio-economic development, and eco-safeguards in Jammu and Kashmir. Fully commissioned in June 2025, the project, declared a National Project in 2002, connects Udhampur, Reasi, Ramban, Srinagar, Anantnag, Pulwama, Budgam, and Baramulla districts, integrating the […]