Snowfall brings cheers to fruit growers, farmers in Kashmir
Pulwama: The first heavy bout of snowfall this year has brought cheer to thousands of fruit growers and farmers across Kashmir. Kashmir valley received the first heavy snowfall since Wednesday after a prolonged dry weather, which brought cheers on the faces of thousands of people associated with horticulture and agriculture. Experts said that continuous dry […]
VC, SDA conducts review of Master Plan-2035
SRINAGAR: The Vice Chairman, Srinagar Development Authority (SDA) Thursday presided over a comprehensive review meeting of the Master Plan-2035 and the scrutiny of objections and suggestions received from the general public. The meeting, held at SDA, marked a significant step in the ongoing process of urban development and planning for Greater Srinagar. The meeting was […]
Ensure timely handover of completed sub projects to user Departments: CEO ERA
SRINAGAR: Chief Executive Officer, Jammu and Kashmir Economic Reconstruction Agency (ERA), Dr. Syed Sehrish Asgar Wednesday impressed upon all officers of J&K ERA to ensure timely handover of all sub projects completed under the World Bank funded Jhelum Tawi Flood Recovery Project to user departments. She said this while chairing the periodic meeting held to […]
Secretary Cooperative visits Citizens’ Cooperative Bank, Jammu Central Cooperative Bank
JAMMU: Secretary Cooperative, Babila Rakwal, visited the Citizens’ Cooperative Bank and Jammu Central Cooperative Bank to assess the operational efficiency and systems, financial strength and contributions in promoting financial inclusion and cooperative values. During the visit to the Citizen’s Cooperative bank, the Secretary accompanied by the Joint Registrar (Banking and Finance) Rakesh Dubey and Deputy […]
Labour Commissioner reviews progress of transition of JKEPFO to Central EPFO, GoI
JAMMU: Labour Commissioner J&K, Charandeep Singh, on Wednesday reviewed the progress of transition of Jammu and Kashmir Employees Provident Fund Organisation (JK EPFO) to the Central EPFO, GoI after implementation of the Central EPF Act at Shram Bhawan Jammu. Additional Provident Fund Commissioner, Kashmir, Deputy Provident Fund Commissioner (Central), Chief Accounts Officers Kashmir ,Jammu & […]
Director Agriculture conducts extensive tour of Anantnag
Inaugurates CHC, low cost polygreen houses SRINAGAR: The Director Agriculture Kashmir, Chowdhury Mohammad Iqbal Wednesday conducted an extensive tour of Anantnag District and inspected/reviewed the status of various under implementation works at Lavender Farm Sirhama. Holding interactive meetings with the officers, Director Agriculture asked them to strictly follow the guidelines for the implementation of different […]
JKTPO participates in UPITEX 2024, showcases UT’s rich craftsmanship
JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) once again took the spotlight in Uttar Pradesh International Trade Expo (UPITEX) 2024, held at Lucknow with presentation of a diverse range of unique handcraft and traditional specialties. Being organized by PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), the event consistently offers an excellent platform for […]
Director Sericulture J&K visits Basic Seed Station Mirgund
Takes stock of ongoing developmental works SRINAGAR: The Director Sericulture J&K, Ajaz Ahmad Bhat Tuesday visited Basic Seed Station Mirgund and inspected various Mulberry Nurseries/ Farms, Silkworm Seed Units and the Office of Manager Seed, Sericulture Dev. Department, Basic Seed Station Mirgund. The primary objective of the visit was to closely monitor and assess the […]
Craft Safari of Handicrafts & Handloom Deptt comes full circle with Padma Shri honour to craftsman
SRINAGAR: A commendation ceremony was Saturday organized by the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom Kashmir at Ghulam Nabi Dar’s residence at Dana Mazar Safakadal to honor his recent accolade, the Padma Shri, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the art of wood carving, particularly on walnut. Renowned for his craftsmanship, Ghulam Nabi has amassed […]
Govt, RBI actively engaged on digital currency: FM
New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said the government and the Reserve Bank are actively engaged in improving the central bank digital currency (CBDC) so that it can be used for cross-border payments. RBI began the pilot project wholesale CBDC and picked up nine banks — State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, […]