Rs 61,528 crore invested in J&K road, tunnel projects: Govt
Jammu, Feb 7: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said connectivity has remained a top priority, resulting in the completion and execution of major road infrastructure projects that have significantly improved access and reduced travel time across the Union Territory. The government said expressways, national highways, ring roads, tunnels and bridges have either been […]
School education sector in JK has undergone major transformation: Govt
Jammu, Feb 7: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said the school education sector in the Union Territory has undergone a major transformation in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, with a focus on equity, inclusion and quality. The government said literacy in Jammu and Kashmir has risen significantly from 11.03 per […]
Srinagar gets night flights; Jammu airport expansion work underway: Govt
Jammu, Feb 7: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said night flight operations have been started at both Jammu and Srinagar airports to improve air connectivity and passenger convenience. The government said international flight operations from Srinagar airport are currently underway for Hajj pilgrims. It also informed that work on the expansion of Jammu […]
Bandipora stadium pavilion 95% complete, upgradation works ongoing: Govt
Srinagar, Feb 7: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said multiple sports infrastructure projects have been developed in Bandipora constituency, while major upgradation works at the Sher-e-Kashmir Sports Stadium in Bandipora and the sports stadium at Naidkhai are progressing under the Capital Action Plan 2025–26. Responding to a question by MLA Nizam-ud-Din Bhat, the […]
J&K promoting high-yielding livestock breeds under national, HADP schemes: Govt
Srinagar, Feb 7: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said it is introducing and promoting high-yielding and improved varieties of cows, sheep, buffaloes, poultry and mutton-producing breeds across the Union Territory to improve livestock productivity. Replying to an unstarred Assembly question by MLA Javaid Riyaz, the Agriculture Production Department said the initiatives are being […]
Trade agreement with US strengthens Make in India, create jobs: PM Modi
NEW DELHI, Feb 7 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the interim trade agreement with the US will strengthen ‘Make in India’ by opening up new opportunities for farmers and entrepreneurs, and create jobs for women and youngsters. The prime minister also thanked US President Donald Trump for his personal commitment to robust […]
36,000 foreigners among 1.77 crore tourists visited J&K in 2025: Govt
Srinagar, Feb 7: Jammu and Kashmir received more than 1.77 crore tourists in 2025, including over 36,000 foreign visitors, the government informed the Legislative Assembly on Saturday. In a written reply to a question by MLA Hasnain Masoodi, the Tourism Department, said 1,77,65,390 tourists visited the Union Territory between January 1 and December 31, 2025. […]
No new wine shops planned for 2026–27: Govt
Jammu, Feb 7: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said there is no proposal to open new wine shops in the Union Territory during the financial year 2026–27. In a written reply to a question by MLA Arjun Singh Raju, minister incharge Finance Department, informed the House that no new JKEL-2 liquor licences are […]
JKSSB recruitment, calendar for 2026 is being streamlined: Govt
JAMMU, FEB 7: The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday admitted to legislative delays in recruitment examinations conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB), citing administrative hurdles, litigation and weather disruptions as primary causes. In a written reply to a query by Legislator Shamima Firdous in the Legislative Assembly, the government acknowledged […]
US removes 25 per cent tariffs imposed on India for Russian oil purchases
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Feb 7 (PTI): US President Donald Trump has removed the 25 per cent tariffs it imposed on India for purchasing Russian oil, citing that the country has undertaken “significant steps” and New Delhi has committed to stop directly or indirectly importing oil from Moscow. “I have received additional information and recommendations from senior […]