Kashmir Ahead

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 […]

Arif Ullaha turns entrepreneur with Mission YUVA

Pulwama, July 23: In yet another inspiring success story under the Mission YUVA initiative, Arif Ullaha, a college student from Pulwama, has successfully laid the foundation for his new enterprise — a “Semi Library” aimed at supporting students in academic preparation. Speaking about his journey, Arif Ullaha shared, “I never expected that a government scheme […]

DDC Reasi approves 122 youth entrepreneurship cases under Mission YUVA

Reasi, July 16, 2025 – District Development Commissioner (DDC) Nidhi Malik chaired a pivotal meeting of the District Level Implementation Committee (DLIC) for Mission YUVA, approving 122 youth entrepreneurship cases to empower local youth in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative, aimed at combating unemployment and fostering sustainable self-employment, provides financial assistance and mentorship to […]

Dr Bilal Bhat inaugurates Youth Entrepreneurship Mela at Kashmir Haat, sparks startup spirit

Srinagar, June 14, 2025 – Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Srinagar, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, inaugurated the Potential Entrepreneurship Mela at Kashmir Haat (Numaish Gah) today at 5:16 PM IST, marking a significant step toward fostering entrepreneurship among Jammu and Kashmir’s youth. The event, organized by the District Administration Srinagar in collaboration with key government departments, […]

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