J&K LG Manoj Sinha launches ‘Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan’
Srinagar, September 18,2025:The nationwide health campaign “Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan – Healthy Women, Empowered Families”, launched by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, was attended today by officials, health workers, and community representatives. The initiative aims to promote women’s health, maternal well-being, and family empowerment through a series of targeted interventions. The 16-day campaign […]
From Poonch to prominence: Zaibun Nissa’s Sukhan Nama redefines fashion
Poonch, September 10, 2025 — In an inspiring journey from the remote town of Poonch, Zaibun Nissa, a determined entrepreneur, has transformed her passion for fashion into a thriving clothing brand, Sukhan Nama. In a candid interview with Syed Sammar Mehdi, the visionary behind the brand shared her remarkable story of overcoming challenges, embracing innovation, and building a startup that resonates with women across Jammu and Kashmir and beyond.Zaibun, […]
Fighting Unemployment & Depression: Women in J&K Turn to Tapestry Art
Fighting Unemployment & Depression: Women in J&K Turn to Tapestry Art We come to the centre here in Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir, which was set up about two years ago, to learn tapestry. We are are new here. I joined this year, said Fancy, a Beneficiary in Jammu & Kashmir. Another Beneficiary, Muntazeer Shakeel said, […]
Women empowerment in Sofipora, Shopian: tailoring skills bring new opportunities
Sofipora, 3 September 2025 :A quiet revolution is unfolding in Sofipora, Shopian, as local women are learning tailoring and cutting skills to earn a livelihood, uplift their families, and transform their lives. The initiative is helping women gain financial independence while contributing to the socio-economic development of the region. Through training programs organised in the […]
Sankalp Hub’s mission Shakti Shopian hosts women’s welfare awareness programme at Zampathri Kellar
Shopian, August 31, 2025 – In a proactive step towards women’s empowerment and grassroots development, the Sankalp Hub for Empowerment of Women under Mission Shakti Shopian successfully organised an awareness programme at Zampathri Kellar in the district. The event focused on educating local women about various government welfare schemes and initiatives, aiming to bridge the information […]
Kulgam’s Heena makes history: First tribal girl to crack NEET
Kulgam, August 2025 — In a landmark achievement, Heena Chaudhary, a young aspirant from a tribal community in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, has scripted history by becoming the first tribal girl from the region to crack the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test). The trailblazer has secured admission to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor […]
Songs of Paradise: A cinematic tribute to Raj Begum premieres august 29 on Prime Video
Srinagar, August 22, 2025 – Prime Video is set to release Songs of Paradise, a musical drama honoring Raj Begum, Kashmir’s first prominent female playback singer and Padma Shri awardee, on August 29, 2025. Directed by Danish Renzu, the film celebrates Begum’s trailblazing contributions to Kashmiri music and her role in shaping the valley’s cultural […]
First-ever woman officer leads parade in Pulwama
Historic Moment in Jammu & Kashmir Pulwama, August 16,2025: In a landmark development, Dr. Sehrish, a woman police officer, created history by leading the Independence Day march past in Pulwama. This is the first time in the district’s history that a female officer has commanded the ceremonial parade, marking a proud moment for the people […]
Commander Chenab Brigade briefs IIT Jammu students on Operation Sindoor, highlights counter-terrorism strategy
Jammu, August 4, 2025 – As part of the Indian Army’s national outreach and awareness campaign, the Commander of Chenab Brigade delivered an insightful session on Operation Sindoor at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu on Saturday. Organized under the aegis of the Tiger Division, the event was attended by the institute’s Director, faculty members, and students, aiming to raise awareness about India’s whole-of-nation approach to counter-terrorism and […]
BBA graduate turns garlic farmer, empowers women in Kupwara
KUPWARA, JULY 25:* In the heart of North Kashmir’s Kupwara district, a young woman is redefining success through sheer determination and innovative thinking. Humaira Ashiq, a 24-year-old BBA graduate from Drugmulla, has emerged as the ‘Garlic Girl of Kupwara’ after choosing garlic farming over a conventional corporate career. Armed with ambition and a deep sense […]