Beating Retreat Ceremony resumes at Attari-Wagah and other border posts after 12-day suspension
Kashmir, May 21, 2025 – The Border Security Force has reinstated public access to the iconic Beating Retreat ceremony at Punjab’s Attari-Wagah, Hussainiwala, and Sadki border posts, starting today, May 21, 2025. The daily flag-lowering spectacle, a symbol of national pride, was suspended for 12 days following Operation Sindoor, launched in response to the April […]
Kashmir’s cherry harvest brings seasonal buzz to valley
Kashmir’s cherry orchards are abuzz with activity as the 2025 cherry harvest season kicks into high gear, bringing a vibrant seasonal energy to the valley. Farmers in regions like Ganderbal, Shopian, and Pulwama are reaping the rewards of favorable weather and advanced horticultural techniques, resulting in a bountiful yield of the valley’s prized cherries, the […]
Tawi Riverfront nears finish, set to boost Jammu’s tourism and cultural appeal
Jammu, May 20, 2025 – The Tawi Riverfront Development Project, a cornerstone of the Jammu Smart City Mission, is making remarkable progress, with Phase I approaching completion. As of today, 96% of the left bank and 94% of the right bank are finished, with full completion slated for April 2025. Stretching across 7 kilometers along […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah prioritises safe Amarnath Yatra amid tourism slump in Kashmir
Srinagar, May 17, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced that the administration is focusing on ensuring a safe and incident-free Amarnath Yatra, as the region grapples with a severe downturn in tourism during the summer season. Speaking at a meeting with the Hoteliers Association at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar, Abdullah […]
Srinagar swelters at 30°C as dry spell persists until may 18
Srinagar, May 16, 2025: Srinagar recorded a high of 30°C on Thursday, marking a significant temperature spike as heatwave conditions intensified across Jammu and Kashmir, with Jammu soaring to a scorching 40.4°C. The Meteorological Department has forecasted that the ongoing dry spell will continue across the region until the evening of May 18, with maximum […]
Jammu officials review plan to bolster facilities for Amarnath Yatra 2025
JAMMU, May 6, 2025 — Authorities in Jammu have convened to review a comprehensive development plan aimed at enhancing civic amenities and infrastructure for the Amarnath Yatra 2025, scheduled from July 3 to August 9. The meeting, chaired by Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, focused on ensuring a seamless and safe pilgrimage for the expected […]
Kendriya Vidyalaya sanctioned for Bhalessa as Amarnath Yatra Prep Gains Pace Amid Tourism Worries
SRINAGAR/BHADERWAH, May 6, 2025 — Bhalessa, a remote region in Jammu & Kashmir’s Doda district, is set to transform its educational landscape with the opening of Kendriya Vidyalaya Bhalessa, which will start classes for grades first to fifth within a month. At the same time, preparations for the Amarnath Yatra 2025, scheduled from July 3 […]
LG Manoj Sinha reviews Amarnath Shrine board office and Yatri Niwas work in Srinagar
SRINAGAR, May 6, 2025 — Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha conducted an on-site inspection of the ongoing construction work at the Office and Yatri Niwas of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board at Pantha Chowk, Srinagar, emphasis ing timely completion to enhance pilgrim facilities for the Amarnath Yatra 2025. The visit underscores the administration’s commitment to […]
‘Info Connect’ launched by CS Atal Dulloo to enhance communication in J&K
SRINAGAR, May 5, 2025 — Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, IAS, launched Info Connect, a monthly magazine by the Directorate of Information & Public Relations (DIPR), aimed at spotlighting Jammu & Kashmir’s developmental strides, policies, and key initiatives. The launch, held in Srinagar, marks a pivotal effort to enhance government-public communication and promote transparency across the […]
Vietnamese tourist hails Pahalgam as ‘Heaven on Earth’ despite recent terror attack
Pahalgam, May 1, 2025 – Amid the scenic splendour of Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, a Vietnamese tourist has captured hearts with her heartfelt praise for the region’s beauty and hospitality, even in the wake of the April 22, 2025, terror attack in Baisaran meadow that claimed 26 lives. Undeterred by the tragedy, she declared, “I […]