A young singer from Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district has composed a song praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi who arrived in Srinagar today to address a rally. Imran Aziz who claims to be a huge fan of the prime minister, has composed the around three-minute long song, welcoming him and praising the steps […]
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Kashmir’s ‘Newton’ inspires generations with his ingenious creations
Watapora, a picturesque town nestled in the heart of north Kashmir’s Bandipora district, boasts of producing many distinguished personalities, but one individual stands out with a nickname that encapsulates his creative brilliance – “Newton.” Mohammad Ismail Mir is a 63-year-old self-taught electrician and engineer, who has been captivating the valley […]
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Tibetan Muslim community builds strong bonds in Kashmir
Inside the picturesque city of Srinagar, nestled in Jammu and Kashmir, an extraordinary community of Tibetan Muslims has found a thriving home. Welcomed as co-religionists in this predominantly Muslim area, approximately 1,500 Tibetan Muslims have not only preserved their unique culture and traditions but have also established deep connections with their Kashmiri neighbours. Through their vibrant restaurants and cultural endeavours, […]
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Kashmir’s paradise reimagined: New initiative unveiled to supercharge tourism, enhance visitors’ experience
Travel Agent Association of India (TAAI) -Jammu and Kashmir chapter held its highly anticipated fourth bimonthly meeting on Saturday in Srinagar. Distinguished guests, including Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Secretary Tourism, and Bahram P Zadeh, Managing Committee Member and Chairman of Membership Council, Travel Agent Association of India, graced the occasion as […]
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Unveiling the artistic tapestry of Kashmir- G20 delegates enthralled by handicrafts
In a resounding display of cultural opulence and artistic finesse, the G20 delegates at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) found themselves captivated by the exquisite handicrafts of Kashmir. The second day of the third Tourism Working Group meeting witnessed a vibrant gathering of craftsmen and vendors, as they showcased […]
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G20 igniting socio-economic growth in Kashmir: A thriving South Asia beckons
The prospect of hosting a G20 summit in Jammu and Kashmir presents unparalleled opportunities for the region, instilling hope for renewed stability and prosperity. The G20, an international forum comprising of 20 major economies, focuses on policy discussions and financial stability. The G20 countries, which are the world’s largest economies, […]
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Kashmir’s first female Ju-Jitsu player to represent India in World Championship, aims for Olympics
A 20-year-old girl Sabkat Malik who hails from the Vijjhara area of Kashmir’s Bandipora district has been selected to represent India in Ju-Jitsu International Federation’s World Championship scheduled in Mongolia this year. Sabkat, who has worked very hard to leap the ladder of success, has already won several accolades at the district, […]
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Now mushroom cultivation is possible at sub-zero temperatures in Kashmir
Nazir Ahmad Dar, a farmer from the Gangu area of South Kashmir’s Pulwama district, has achieved a remarkable feat by growing mushrooms in sub-zero temperatures during the winter season. Pulwama is famous for the production of milk, saffron, vegetables, apples and paddy and now mushroom cultivation has also become a […]
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Rare and elusive duck species visit Kashmir after 116 years
Wular Conservation and Management Authority (WUCMA) employee Showkat Ahmad first reported and captured the duck species on camera at the iconic Wular lake on January 22, 2023, which were later identified as long-tailed ducks (globally vulnerable) and were five in number. These ducks were spotted in Kashmir after 84 years, […]
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J-K: Govt organizes national level skill development program to empower women in Kashmir
The Jammu and Kashmir government organized a national-level skill development program to empower women in Kashmir. The week-long programme was organized by the college’s Home Science Department in collaboration with the hostel management committee at Women College Srinagar, a constituent college of Cluster University. The purpose of this programme was to inform […]
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Kashmir-born Ahmad Ahanger who heads Islamic State recruitment cell for India declared terrorist
The Union government has declared the head of the Islamic State (IS) recruitment cell for India, Ahmad Ahanger alias Abu Usman Al-Kashmiri as a terrorist under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. The Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar-born terrorist is presently based in Afghanistan and is one of the chief recruiters […]
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Meeting reviews biomedical equipment management programme in Kashmir
Director Health Services, Kashmir, Dr Mushtaq Rather on Friday chaired a meeting to review the implementation of the Biomedical Equipment Maintenance and Management Programme (BEMMP) in the Valley. The meeting was also aimed at orienting the stakeholders including nodal officers of BEMMP for assessment of equipment available in district hospitals, […]
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Security situation in northeastern states, Kashmir improved in last 8 years: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that the security situation in northeastern states, Jammu and Kashmir and left-wing extremism areas has improved over the last eight years. Addressing the gathering at the National Police Memorial on the occasion of ‘Police Commemoration Day, the Home Minister said police personnel have played […]
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UN role limited, bilateral talks way forward on Kashmir issue, no change in Germany’s position: Envoy
Days after German minister Annalena Baerbock stirred controversy by advocating for United Nations’ engagement in the situation in Jammu and Kashmir, Germany’s envoy to India Philipp Ackermann said that the bilateral path is the way forward and that the world body has a very limited role to play in this matter. Ackermann emphasised […]
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Kashmir’s first tech business incubation hub coming up in Srinagar
To nurture innovation and entrepreneurship culture, the first-of-its-kind Technology Business Incubation Centre named “Greenovator Incubation Foundation” is coming up in the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar. The CEO of the centre, Saad Parvez who is also the head of Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IIEDC) of NIT informed […]