First glimpse of Baba Barfani unveiled as Amarnath Yatra 2025 preparations begin
SRINAGAR, May 6, 2025 — The unveiling of Baba Barfani, the sacred ice Shivling in the Amarnath Cave Temple, has sparked spiritual excitement across India, even as Jammu & Kashmir grapples with a looming tourism downturn. The Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board revealed stunning visuals of the naturally formed Shivling, standing at an impressive 7 feet, […]
J&K CM Omar Abdullah champions press freedom on world press freedom day 2025
Srinagar, May 3, 2025 – On World Press Freedom Day, celebrated annually on May 3, Omar Abdullah, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and National Conference leader, paid tribute to journalists for their courage in speaking truth to power. In a powerful statement shared on social media, Abdullah emphasised the critical role of a […]
J&K Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary holds public darbar in Bhawani, Nowshera
Nowshera, April 30, 2025 — In a proactive effort to strengthen public engagement and address grassroots-level concerns, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary held a Public Darbar in Village Bhawani, Nowshera today. The initiative is part of the government’s ongoing public outreach program aimed at fostering transparency and ensuring timely redressal of citizens’ issues. The […]
Secretary Aijaz Asad calls for fast-tracking rural development projects in J&K
SRINAGAR, April 30, 2025 — Mohammad Aijaz Asad, Secretary of the Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, conducted a detailed review meeting in Srinagar on April 29, 2025, to evaluate the progress of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G), Panchayat Ghars, and Panchayat Learning Centres (PLCs) across Jammu and Kashmir. Asad directed officials to expedite pending […]
J&K marks Panchayati Raj Day 2025 with widespread public enthusiasm
Srinagar, April 24, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir celebrated National Panchayati Raj Day (NPRD) 2025 with remarkable zeal, as thousands of residents across 4,291 Gram Panchayats united to strengthen grassroots governance. The Union Territory witnessed an extraordinary display of public participation, with special Gram Sabhas, anti-drug resolutions, and a live telecast of the Prime Minister’s […]
J&K celebrates Panchayati Raj Day 2025 with spirit of unity and progress
Srinagar, April 25, 2025: Jammu and Kashmir celebrated National Panchayati Raj Day (NPRD) 2025 with unprecedented zeal, as over one lakh people from 4,291 Gram Panchayats participated in dynamic programs across the Union Territory, reinforcing their commitment to grassroots democracy. Despite the recent tragedy of the Pahalgam terror attack, the events at Panchayat, Block, and […]
Athar Aamir Khan, Kulgam DC, to receive Prime Minister’s Award for excellence in public administration 2024
Kulgam, Jammu & Kashmir, April 18, 2025 – Athar Aamir Ul Shafi Khan, the Deputy Commissioner of Kulgam and a 2016-batch IAS officer, has been selected to receive the Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence in Public Administration 2024 in the category of Holistic Development of Districts. The award, to be conferred by Prime Minister Narendra […]
Akshay Labroo reviews revenue services, land transfers Tehsil-Wise in Budgam
Budgam, Jammu & Kashmir, April 18, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Akshay Labroo, chaired a comprehensive meeting on April 17, 2025, at the DC Office Complex to evaluate the delivery of revenue services and the status of land transfer cases involving various government departments across all tehsils of the district. The session focused on […]
Srinagar police launches BHAROSA QR Code-Based feedback system to boost citizen engagement
Srinagar, April 12, 2025 – In a pioneering move to strengthen public trust and promote transparency, Srinagar Police has introduced a QR code-based feedback management system named BHAROSA QR, designed to collect real-time input from citizens about police services. The initiative, launched today, aims to enhance citizen engagement by making it easier for residents to […]
Waqf (Amendment) bill to empower marginalized, Says Kiren Rijiju in Srinagar
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, April 06, 2025 – Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, addressed the ongoing debate surrounding the Waqf (Amendment) Bill during a visit to Srinagar, emphasising its potential to uplift marginalised sections of society. Rijiju stated, “Those who did not understand (the Bill) are unhappy. Keeping politics aside, […]