J&K: Tral Girl Starts Her Own Tailoring Boutique with ‘Yuva Mission’ Support
J&K: Tral Girl Starts Her Own Tailoring Boutique with ‘Yuva Mission’ Support I started this work last year, said Ashrat a boutique owner in Tral, Jammu & Kashmir. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Commerce. Due to financial iissues at home I started learning tailoring work, said Ashrat. I grasped the tailoring craft a littile […]
From Kashmir to the spotlight: Farrhana Bhatt shines on Bigg Boss 19
Srinagar , December 8,2025: Farrhana Bhatt, a young Kashmiri Muslim woman, made headlines across India by emerging as the first runner-up in Bigg Boss 19, one of the nation’s most-watched reality shows. Her achievement is being hailed not merely as a reality TV milestone, but as a cultural statement about visibility, ambition, and breaking stereotypes […]
Healing heritage, empowered futures: Kupwara women revive Nishta
Kupwara, November 25,2025: Women in Thandipora Dardpora, Kupwara, are turning an age-old cultural practice into a powerful tool for empowerment. By producing Nishta, a traditional herbal remedy long trusted for pregnancy care, post-natal healing, and back pain relief, these women are not only preserving heritage but also generating sustainable livelihoods. Supported by the Jammu & […]
Didi Ki Rasoi serves up empowerment in Reasi
Reasi, November 25, 2025: A new milestone in community welfare and women-led entrepreneurship was marked today in Reasi with the inauguration of the “Didi Ki Rasoi” canteen at Government Boys Higher Secondary School. The facility was formally inaugurated by the Deputy Commissioner , who commended the initiative as a significant move towards empowering women at […]
Lakhpati Didi Shakti Sharma leads Mushroom farming revolution in Kathua
Kathua , November 21,2025: In a remarkable story of rural entrepreneurship, Lakhpati Didi Shakti Sharma from village Palli, Kathua has emerged as a shining example in mushroom cultivation. Beginning her journey with just 100 mushroom bags four years ago, she now manages an impressive 4,000 bags, producing nearly one quintal of mushrooms daily, marking a […]
Udhampur farmers join Bhaderwah’s Lavender revolution
Udhampur, November 12,2025 — In a significant step towards empowering rural communities and enhancing farmers’ income, 40 farmers from Moungri, Udhampur were flagged off for a lavender cultivation training programme in Bhaderwah under the Government of India’s Aroma Mission. The initiative, part of the Purple Revolution, aims to promote high-value aromatic crops, generate employment opportunities […]
Empowered voices: Women lead the way at Pink Polling station in Bemina, Budgam
Budgam, November 11,2025— In a vibrant display of democratic spirit, women voters turned out in impressive numbers at the all-women “Pink Polling Station” in Bemina B during the Bye-Elections to the 27–Assembly Constituency, Budgam. The special polling station, managed entirely by women officials, symbolized empowerment and inclusivity in Jammu and Kashmir’s democratic process. Dressed in […]
Voting with grace and grit: Budgam’s pink polling station leads the way
Budgam, November 10,2025: In a remarkable step toward inclusive democracy and women’s empowerment, the Pink Polling Station (58 Bemina B) in 27–AC Budgam has emerged as a vibrant symbol of female participation in the electoral process. The polling station, staffed entirely by women officials, reflects the growing presence and leadership of women in Jammu and […]
Omar Abdullah inaugurates Veshav Girls Hostel at IUST Awantipora
Awantipora, November 10,2025: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the newly constructed Veshav Girls Hostel at the Islamic University of Science and Technology, Awantipora, marking another step toward strengthening infrastructure and promoting women’s education in Jammu and Kashmir. The hostel, equipped with modern facilities, aims to provide a safe and comfortable residential environment for female students […]
Mission Shakti sparks women empowerment in Kharah Village, Khour Block
Kharah, November 09, 2025- In the heart of Khour Block, amidst the rolling hills of Jammu district, a beacon of hope emerged today for the women of Kharah village. As a resident and active participant in community affairs, I witnessed firsthand the launch of an inspiring outreach program dedicated to women empowerment, awareness campaigns, and […]