Women Farmers Receive Organic Farming Support
A special training and capacity-building programme on natural and organic farming was organised at Bhalara village in Bhaderwah, Jammu and Kashmir, to encourage sustainable agricultural practices and improve farmers’ income. The programme was jointly organised by Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-Kashmir) and the Agriculture Department, with the participation of 100 […]
Jammu and Kashmir Foundation Day 2026: A New Era of Development, Progress and Opportunities
After decades of uncertainty and challenges, Jammu and Kashmir is moving towards a new era of development, prosperity and opportunities. With the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the leadership of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and the continuous efforts of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, the Union Territory is witnessing significant transformation. Over the […]
Olive Cultivation Opens New Income Opportunities for Doda Farmers
Women Farmers Day Celebrated at KVK Mallanpora, Pulwama to Promote Empowerment and Modern Farming
Women Farmers Day was celebrated at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mallanpora, Pulwama, to recognise the valuable contribution of women to agriculture and promote their empowerment through modern farming practices and entrepreneurship. The programme focused on creating awareness among women farmers about new opportunities in agriculture and allied sectors. Participants discussed the importance of gender equality, […]
KVK Budgam Celebrates Women Farmers Day, Promotes Empowerment and Agri-Entrepreneurship
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Budgam, under SKUAST-Kashmir, celebrated Women Farmers Day at its campus in Harran, Budgam, to recognise the invaluable contributions of women to agriculture and rural development. The programme was graced by Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, who emphasised women’s vital role in modern agriculture, decision-making, and entrepreneurship. She […]
Artisan Bazaar in Jammu Promotes Local Crafts and Women Entrepreneurs
A vibrant Artisan Bazaar inaugurated at Brahman Sabha in Jammu’s Parade area is providing a new platform for local artisans, women entrepreneurs and traditional craftspeople to showcase their talent and connect with customers. The exhibition features a diverse range of products, including Basohli art, Pashmina, handloom items, handicrafts, Dogri cuisine and homemade delicacies. The initiative […]
Pulwama Girls Embrace Beekeeping to Build a Path Towards Self-Reliance
A group of girls from Patipora village in Pulwama district, led by group head Naziya Nazir, is creating new livelihood opportunities through beekeeping and honey production under the CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM) Floriculture Mission. The girls received training and technical guidance from CSIR-IIIM on various aspects of beekeeping, including hive management, honey collection, […]
Women weave a path to self-reliance in Udhampur
Udhampur, October 12,2026- The Handicrafts Department in Udhampur is empowering women through skill development at a training centre in Christian Colony, Ward No. 17, where 20 women are learning the art of carpet weaving. The initiative aims to preserve traditional crafts while promoting financial independence and self-employment among women. Trainees at the centre receive a monthly […]
NRLM: Empowering Rural Women Through Self-Help Groups and Sustainable Livelihoods
JKRLM is transforming the lives of rural women by helping them build financial independence and sustainable livelihoods through Self-Help Groups (SHGs). For women like those from the Ali Sham group, joining the initiative in 2016 became the beginning of a new journey toward self-reliance. Through the National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), the group received […]
Women Empowerment Through Handicrafts and Handloom
The Handicrafts Department is playing an important role in empowering women and unemployed youth through skill development and self-employment opportunities. A training programme at the Handicrafts Carpet Centre in Lariyar, Tral, is providing women and young trainees with valuable skills in traditional carpet making and handicrafts. The centre has been functioning for around one […]