Rural Development Department launches door-to-door waste collection campaign; strong emphasis laid on four-stream segregation at source and zero open dumping KARNAH, SEPTEMBER 21: In a major community-driven initiative towards improving sanitation and promoting responsible waste management, the Civil Administration Karnah, in collaboration with the Indian Army, conducted a Mega Cleanliness Drive in Tangdhar town…
Indian Army, Civil Administration Promote Gurez Heritage, Culture and Border Tourism Peerzada Zubair Gurez (J&K), September 14: The Indian Army, in collaboration with the civil administration, is promoting the cultural heritage, history and tourism potential of Gurez Valley through initiatives including the Sheena Cultural Centre, a laser and light show and the Tulail Café….
Kupwara, 03 September 2026: The Shumali Kashmir Homestay Conclave 2026 was successfully conducted today at Roshan Mustaqbil, Kupwara, bringing together the District Administration, existing homestay owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, hospitality experts and representatives of the hotel industry to strengthen the homestay ecosystem in North Kashmir. The Conclave adopted a practical and interactive approach, with dedicated sessions…
Kupwara: Conservator of Forests, North Circle Sopore, Shri Irfan Ali Shah, IFS, today undertook a comprehensive field tour of Kamraj and Kehmil Forest Divisions to review current year works, new site selections, infrastructure development, strategic projects, forest demarcation and protection measures. The Conservator was accompanied by Shri Owais Farooq Mir, DCF, DFO Kamraj;…
Peerzada Zubair Kupwara (J&K), August 30 : Machil Valley in North Kashmir’s Kupwara district is emerging as a new border tourism destination, drawing visitors with its scenic mountains, pristine landscapes and unexplored natural beauty, while locals hope the growing tourist footfall will create jobs and boost the local economy. Located close to…
Pir Azhar U Din Kupwara,19th August, 2026: Demonstrating a resolute commitment to good forest governance and grassroots engagement, the Conservator of Forests (CoF), North Circle Sopore, Shri Irfan Ali Shah, IFS, chaired a comprehensive Tribal Forest Meet and Public Darbar at Hengnikote within the Kehmil Forest Division today.The high-level outreach program brought forest administration directly…
Kupwara |8 November 2025 A freshwater stream once known for its purity and trout fish in north Kashmir’s Kalaroose area of Kupwara district has turned toxic after years of administrative neglect, leaving the rural and marginalized communities struggling for safe water. Nallah Mori, fed by melting snow and natural springs, irrigates hundreds of kanals of…
Srinagar, Nov 8: The Jammu & Kashmir government has announced plans to implement a Water Metro system on Dal Lake and the Jhelum River in Srinagar, aiming to modernize transport and boost tourism in the Union Territory. The project, estimated at ₹900 crore, will be executed in collaboration with the Inland Waterways Authority of India…
