South African apple imports hurt local markets
Growers say they are struggling with losses Srinagar: With South African apples now entering Indian markets, the prices of Kashmiri apples have seen a further decline, resulting in significant losses for growers and producers. Efforts by the South African government to expand its market share in India have received a boost with a new agreement […]
Tourism Deptt conducts enforcement drive at various destinations
Dir Tourism appeals tourists to buy tickets through online mode only SRINAGAR: On the directions of Director Tourism Kashmir, Raja Yaqoob Farooq, Tourism department Monday conducted enforcement drives at various tourism destinations viz. Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Srinagar and Doodhpathri to take stock of services extended to tourists. On the occasion, special focus was laid on curbing […]
Director JKEDI holds recovery review meeting
Urges district officers to enhance their efforts to achieve targets Jammu: Director Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI), Rajinder Kumar Sharma (JKAS) on Monday chaired a review meeting here at Bari Brahmana campus. During the review meeting, the progress made under repayments and recovery of loans under different self-employment schemes and other related issues […]
Gulmarg Gondola sets new record
Over a million tourists enjoy ride, Rs 110 cr revenue in FY24 Srinagar: In a historic achievement, the Gulmarg Gondola, one of Asia’s highest aerial ropeways, witnessed over a million tourists and locals enjoying rides during the financial year 2023-24, contributing to the J&K Cable Car Corporation’s revenue of more than Rs 108 crore for […]
Kashmir records growth of commercial floriculture start-ups
Srinagar: Every morning Waseem Ahmad Wani (26) leaves his home with a variety of flower saplings towards Srinagar-Baramulla highway. He stations at multiple places along the highway selling a variety of native as well as exotic flower saplings to the people. This has been his routine during the spring and summer seasons for the last […]
Low demand of apples worries growers
Srinagar: The fruit growers and buyers in Kashmir are deeply concerned, saying they face losses due to the low demand for apples. Growers and buyers expressed their dismay over the current situation, saying there has been a drastic decrease in apple prices compared to the rates during the main apple season in October-November 2023. Mohamad […]
Safeguarding Orchards: Farmers Advocate use of Standardized Pesticides
Srinagar: As the valley gears up for crucial spraying schedules, farmers have urged authorities to ensure that only standardized pesticides are made available to protect their orchards from pests and diseases. With Kashmir’s economy heavily reliant on its apple industry, which contributes significantly to the region’s GDP, the concerns of apple growers grow over the […]
Transporters in Jammu call one-day strike against operations of e-buses
Jammu: Privately owned passenger bus operators held a massive protest on Wednesday in Jammu against the operation of Smart City e-buses. The transporters also announced one-day token strike on Thursday against operation of e-buses, which they alleged are affecting their livelihood. Reports said that the protestors led by All Jammu and Transporter Welfare Association, assembled […]
Air fares soar in JK as passengers fume
Srinagar: Air travelers traveling to Jammu and Kashmir are facing the harsh reality of soaring flight fares. With increased demand amidst the election environment and the approaching festival of Holi, airline companies have substantially raised their ticket prices, leaving passengers grappling with exorbitant costs. The impact of this fare surge is particularly felt in routes […]
Srinagar Smart City selected for innovative IWM project under CITIIS 2.0 scheme
PPP model to transform Achan dumpsite into sustainable waste management hub Srinagar: In a significant development to promote sustainable urban development, the Srinagar Smart City has been chosen as one of the beneficiaries of the CITIIS 2.0 Challenge, a flagship initiative aimed at fostering circular economy solutions across Indian cities. A senior official said that […]
