Gaddi Shiv Festival Bhaderwah: Sacred celebration of faith and tradition
Bhaderwah, August 17,2026- Gaddi Shiv Festival Bhaderwah brings the Gaddi community together at Narmadeshvar Mahadev Temple for prayers, traditional rituals, Dheku dance and a community feast. Members of the tribal Gaddi community came together to celebrate their traditional Shiv Festival on the last Sunday of Shravan at the Narmadeshvar Mahadev Temple in Bharai village, marking […]
DC Minga Sherpa urges public participation in Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign
Udhampur, August 11,2026–As part of the ongoing #HarGharTiranga campaign and the commemoration of 150 years of Vande Mataram, Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa held a press briefing and urged citizens to make the campaign a true Jan Bhagidari movement through enthusiastic public participation. Addressing the media, the DC called upon youth, students, former PRIs, social […]
Rural women in Udhampur empowered through Samarth Scheme Wool processing and handloom training
Udhampur, August 7,2026- Rural women in Udhampur are taking significant strides toward economic empowerment through the Government of India’s Samarth Scheme, as a month-long wool processing and handloom training programme is helping them acquire valuable skills for sustainable livelihoods. Organised by the Sheep Husbandry Department, the training programme has brought together 30 rural women, providing […]
Nasha Mukt Yuva Utsav 2026 begins in Udhampur, youth rally for a drug-free India
Udhampur, July 27,2026- The Nasha Mukt Yuva Utsav 2026 commenced with great enthusiasm at Reewayat Palace, Udhampur, bringing together nearly 60 young participants in a vibrant celebration of creativity, social responsibility, and the collective fight against drug abuse. The event showcased the power of youth as agents of change, inspiring participants to spread awareness about […]
357 youth entrepreneurship cases approved under Mission YUVA in Udhampur
Udhampur, July 20,2026- Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa, chaired a meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) under Mission YUVA, during which 357 cases were approved for financial assistance to promote entrepreneurship and self-employment among the district’s youth. The approved cases will enable aspiring entrepreneurs to establish new ventures and expand existing businesses, providing […]
LG Manoj Sinha reviews rain, flood and landslide situation; directs swift relief measures
Srinagar, July 20,2026 Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday reviewed the impact of heavy rainfall, flash floods, and landslides across Jammu & Kashmir by speaking with senior officials and assessing the ongoing rescue and relief operations. Expressing grief over the loss of two lives in Doda, the Lieutenant Governor conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families […]
Digital payments transform local markets as UPI adoption rises across Udhampur
Udhampur, July 13,2026- Digital payments are witnessing rapid growth across Udhampur district, with an increasing number of small traders and street vendors embracing QR code-based Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions. The shift towards cashless payments is making everyday business faster, more secure, and more convenient for both vendors and customers. Local shopkeepers and vendors […]
Udhampur ranks second in Jammu division under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, accelerates rooftop solar adoption
Udhampur, July 11, 2026- Udhampur has secured the second position in the Jammu division under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, reflecting the district’s strong performance in promoting rooftop solar energy and advancing the government’s clean energy mission. According to official figures, 1,132 rooftop solar systems have been installed across the district, while 3,484 […]
J&K SDRF deploys 24×7 emergency response camp on Jammu-Srinagar national highway for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra
Udhampur, July 4,2026 – To ensure the safety and swift assistance of pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, the Jammu and Kashmir State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) has established a 24×7 Emergency Response Camp along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Udhampur district. The camp has been strategically set up to provide immediate […]
Shri Amarnath Yatra 2026 dry run conducted to test security, convoy movement along Jammu–Srinagar highway
Udhampur, June 29,2026- In a major step towards ensuring the smooth and secure conduct of the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, the Jammu and Kashmir administration on Sunday conducted a comprehensive dry run to assess security arrangements, convoy movement, and overall preparedness ahead of the annual pilgrimage. The trial convoy was flagged off from […]