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April 10, 2026 12:05 PM

J-K: 140 Kisan Khidmat Ghar centres set up across Rajouri to support farmers, boost employment

In a step aimed at strengthening rural outreach and generating employment, 140 Kisan Khidmat Ghar Centres (KKGs) have been established across Rajouri district to serve 312 panchayats, officials said. Speaking to ANI, Agriculture Department Officer and Nodal Officer (KKG) Ravi Sharma said the centres were set up to provide farmers with a one-stop solution for agricultural inputs and services without running around. "Rajouri district has 312 panchayats. The government grouped them, sometimes one...

April 3, 2026 12:20 PM

Jammu & Kashmir likely to witness erratic weather with rain, snow for three days

The Meteorological (MeT) Department on Friday forecast erratic weather in Jammu and Kashmir from Friday till Sunday, with peak activity likely around April 4. A statement by the local MeT Department said, “J&K is expected to experience erratic weather with light to moderate rain and snow across many places from April 3 to April 5, 2026, with the peak of this activity expected around April 4. On Friday, generally cloudy conditions with intermittent light to moderate rain and snow in highe...

March 15, 2026 3:27 PM

J&K L-G gives appointment letters to 50 next of kin of terror victims

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over compassionate appointment letters to 50 next of kin of terror victims in the Union Territory in an effort to help them rebuild their lives. Describing the government’s initiative as ‘Sharansthli’ (Support), the L-G said the programme aims to assist affected families in rebuilding their lives through employment opportunities. The appointment letters were distributed at the Lok Bhawan auditorium in Srinagar under the UT...

March 14, 2026 5:48 PM

Govt announces ₹100 crore Integrated Aqua Park in Jammu Kashmir’s Anantnag district

Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Panchayati Raj, on Saturday announced the sanction of a ₹100 crore Integrated Aqua Park project in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir. The announcement was made during the National Conference on Cold Water Fisheries held at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Conference Centre in Srinagar. The project aims to strengthen aquaculture infrastructure, boost cold-water fisheries development, increase fish pro...

May 5, 2025 10:07 PM

J&K LG Manoj Sinha visits Srinagar transit camp to oversee Amarnath Yatra arrangements

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday visited the Pantha Chowk transit camp in Srinagar to review the ongoing arrangements for pilgrims ahead of the upcoming Amarnath Yatra 2025. Taking to the social media platform, the Lieutenant Governor said, “Reviewed the progress of construction work for the Office and Yatri Niwas of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board at Pantha Chowk, Srinagar, earlier today.” The Amarnath Yatra is scheduled to commence on July 3 this year, simult...

January 9, 2025 10:32 AM

Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express to commence operations soon; final safety inspection begins on 111 km Katra-Banihal rail section

In a major boost to connectivity, the much-awaited Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express is set to begin operations soon, significantly reducing travel time between the two cities to just three hours and ten minutes. The final safety inspection of the 111 km long Katra-Banihal section, part of the newly constructed Jammu division, has commenced. This section is crucial as it links Jammu with the Kashmir Valley, bringing the long-pending dream of seamless rail connectivity to reality. The Jammu s...

December 19, 2024 10:57 PM

Amit Shah outlines plan for a “terror-free Jammu and Kashmir”

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, in a high-level security review meeting on Thursday, reiterated the government’s objective of making Jammu and Kashmir free from terrorism. He assured that all required resources would be provided to achieve this aim, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "zero tolerance policy" against terrorism. Shah emphasized the need to implement the "area domination plan" and "zero terror plan" with focused efforts to eradicate terrorism from the region. He said that...

November 28, 2024 1:08 PM

Massive crackdown on terror networks in J&K’s Kathua; several suspects arrested

Security forces on Thursday conducted multiple raids on suspected terrorist hideouts in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. The joint operation, led by the J&K Police and CRPF, targeted 17 locations across the district. During the raids, 10 overground workers and suspected terrorists were identified and arrested or detained. Authorities also seized electronic devices as evidence. An FIR has been registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the BNS Act, and the EMICO Act. ...

October 8, 2024 10:37 AM

Counting Day: Congress workers celebrate with laddoos, jalebis as party leads in early trends in Haryana, JK

As the counting of votes for the Assembly elections in Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir commenced on Tuesday, early trends indicated a strong lead for Congress candidates in both regions. In response, Congress workers celebrated with traditional sweets, including laddoos and jalebis, accompanied by lively dhol beats and chants of support. By 9:30 AM, Congress was leading in 18 seats in Haryana and 33 in Jammu & Kashmir. Visuals captured Congress worker Jagdish Sharma and others distributing ...

September 25, 2024 8:27 AM

Voting for 2nd phase of Assembly elections in Jammu & Kashmir begins

Voting for the second phase of Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir began on Wednesday morning. Over 25 lakh eligible voters will seal the fate of 239 candidates across 26 constituencies in six districts of the Union Territory. Among the prominent candidates are former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir and National Conference vice president Omar Abdullah from both Budgam and Ganderbal seats, Jammu and Kashmir BJP chief Ravinder Raina from Nowshera assembly seat and Pradesh Congress Committ...