11 tourist spots in Kashmir Division and 3 tourist spots in Jammu Division to be reopened immediately After a thorough security review and discussion, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday has ordered the reopening of more tourist spots in Kashmir and Jammu Divisions, which were temporarily closed as precautionary measures. 11 tourist spots in […]
Vaishno Devi Makeover: LG Sinha Greenlights ‘Global Spiritual Destination’ Plan
JAMMU, Feb 8, 2026 — In a move designed to position the Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine as a global spiritual destination, the Shrine Board (SMVDSB) on Sunday approved a sweeping set of initiatives, including the establishment of an international museum, a 100% hike in pilgrim insurance coverage, and a major push for the local economy. […]
The Strategic Victory of the New NH-44
Once defined by fear and landslides the Jammu-Srinagar highway is now a masterpiece of tunnels and viaducts that bridges the Pir Panjal and connects the region like never before. For decades, the mention of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) evoked a sense of dread among travelers. It was a route defined by the “bottleneck” of […]
The Arrival of the King: Chilla-e-Kalan
As the 40-day harsh winter period sets in, fresh precipitation clears the valley’s smog but snaps connectivity to border areas. While tourists flock to a snow-clad Gulmarg, locals turn to the trusted Kangri to brave the chill. By Rayees Ahmad Kumar The calendar has turned, and with it, the atmospheric mood of the Kashmir Valley […]
Reviving Kashmir’s Reading Culture
From domestic libraries to the idea of a “Living Library,” Ishfaq Manzoor is pushing Kashmir to rediscover the joy of books. In an era when the swipe of a screen has become more familiar than the rustle of a turning page, one young professional in Kashmir is quietly attempting a cultural reset. Ishfaq Manzoor—writer, researcher, […]
Social media claims on JKPSC exam misleading: Manoj Sinha
Jammu, Dec 6: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday clarified that recent social media posts regarding the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) examination are misleading. He said that the file received by Lok Bhavan on December 2, 2025, was specifically related to age relaxation. “Despite a lapse of four days, Lok Bhavan did […]
HIV Awareness and Free Oral Health Camp Held at KU’s Zakura Campus
Srinagar, December 1, 2025: A combined HIV awareness programme and free oral health camp was held at the Institute of Technology (IOT), Zakura Campus, University of Kashmir, organized by the Department of Public Health Dentistry, Government Dental College, Srinagar, in collaboration with the campus Health Centre. The initiative, conducted to mark World AIDS Day, […]
Delhi HC Hears Mehta’s ₹2.55 Cr Defamation Case Against Retired IAS Officer
New Delhi, December 1: The Delhi High Court on Monday heard the defamation suit filed by former Jammu & Kashmir Chief Secretary Dr Arun Kumar Mehta against retired IAS officer Ashok Kumar Ranchhodbhai Parmar and several news media platforms, in a case that has quickly become a study in how unverified allegations can be weaponised […]
Post-2019, J&K Reborn with New Energy: LG Sinha
The new homes will foster stability in the lives of flood-affected families and contribute to overall development of society: LG JAMMU, NOVEMBER 29: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday laid the foundation stone for construction of new homes for families who were affected by recent natural calamities in Ramban and Udhampur. 189 completely damaged homes […]
Tashna’er: The Copper Heart of Kashmiri Hospitality
As plastic sheets and wet tissues dominate weddings, Kashmir risks losing more than just aesthetics; it risks losing identity. By Manzoor Akash In Kashmir, weddings are more than ceremonies; they’re the Valley’s most elaborate social performances, woven with ritual, memory, and a culinary culture that has survived centuries. Traditionally, the season winds down by late […]