J&K Bank achieve PCIDSS V4 Certification

Becomes the 1st Scheduled Commercial Bank in India to get the security standard
SRINAGAR: In a major boost to its cyber-security system, J&K Bank has become the first Scheduled Commercial Bank (SCB) in the country to attain the esteemed Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCIDSS) Version 4 Certification for both Issuance and Acquiring Business. PCI DSS is a globally recognized set of security standards established by leading […]
DC Srinagar inspects proposed site for establishment of District Export Hub
Says ODOP-DEH initiative has the potential to create epicentres of economic growth
SRINAGAR: The Deputy Commissioner(DC) Srinagar, Mohammad Aijaz Asad Friday visited the proposed “District Export Hub” under the ODOP- DEH initiative being established at Kashmir Haat with an aim to boost the Export of Goods from Srinagar District with adequate market linkage to the Industry, provide guidance regarding exports, consultancy, IT solutions, data management etc under […]
Women startups reviving, promoting Dogri art and culture in Jammu

Jammu: The government is prioritizing the promotion of women entrepreneurs and startups in reviving Dogra arts and crafts, officials said. A women entrepreneurship platform has been launched, granting access to funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities, empowering women entrepreneurs and nurturing business growth, they added. “Jammu Haat’s primary objective is to display and promote Jammu’s art […]
Secy Tourism calls on youth to preserve the timeless Art of Calligraphy
Addresses valedictory function on Calligraphy Workshop conducted by JKAACL
SRINAGAR: Secretary Culture and Tourism, Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah emphasized the vital role of the young generation in keeping the art of calligraphy alive during a valedictory function of a ten-day calligraphy workshop. The workshop, which focused on Arabic, Urdu, and English calligraphy, was organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture, […]
DIC Kulgam, JKTPO & DGFT organise Workshop on Export Awareness

KULGAM: The District Industries Centre (DIC) Kulgam in association with Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) and Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) Wednesday organized an Export Awareness cum e-Commerce Onboarding workshop for potential exporters at Resthouse, Chawalgam. The programme was presided over by the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Dr.Bilal-Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat. Speaking on the […]
JKEDI’s Startup Leadership Summit 2023 propels five startups towards funding

SRINAGAR: The Startup Leadership Summit organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) has brought forth opportunities for the region’s startup ecosystem in the shape of selection of 5 promising startups for funding, 2 startups for scale-up support and the enrollment of 12 startups into The India Network’s Accelerator Program. The two-day event […]
DC Budgam chairs District Cooperative Development Committee meeting
Calls for strengthening of Cooperatives & saturation in computerization of PACs
BUDGAM: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Akshay Labroo Tuesday chaired district level District Cooperative Development Committee meeting at Conference Hall here. Stressing on the strengthening of the Cooperative movement at ground level, the DC directed on formation of FPOs in the district. While FPOs already exist in 7 blocks of the district, instructions were given […]
DC Shopian emphasizes upon strengthening Cooperative movement
SHOPIAN: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Faz Lul Haseeb Tuesday presided over the District Cooperative Development Committee meeting at Mini-Secretariat here to discuss measures for development of the cooperative sector in the district. Deputy Registrar Cooperatives, Muzaffar Ahmad gave an overview of the present status of cooperative societies in the district and efforts taken by […]
Commissioner Secretary I&C inaugurates JKEDI’s ‘Startup Leadership Summit’

‘Government committed to facilitate, mentor and guide startups in J&K’
PAMPORE: Commissioner Secretary, Industries and Commerce (I&C), Vikramjit Singh Monday inaugurated ‘Two-Day Startup Leadership Summit’ at Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) campus Sempora here. The Summit is being organized by JKEDI in collaboration with The India Network with an aim to cultivate a robust ecosystem for entrepreneurship and innovation across the Union Territory […]
Export Awareness cum e-Commerce Onboarding Workshop held
SHOPIAN: Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) in association with Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) Monday organized an export awareness cum e-Commerce onboarding workshop for potential exporters at Mini-Secretariat Shopian. The Assistant Commissioner (AC) Shopian, Shahbaz Ahmed Bodha presided over the workshop and expressed his salutation to the business community members from Shopian […]