GST
The recent GST cuts from 12% to 5% in Jammu and Kashmir are set to enhance the competitiveness of various sectors including handicrafts, agriculture, and tourism. This reduction is expected to benefit heritage products like GI-tagged Pashmina shawls and Dogra cheese, making them more competitive in both domestic and global
Atal Tinkering Labs
The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) of NITI Aayog, in collaboration with the University of Kashmir, has launched the ATL Sarthi and Frontier Region Programme, introducing 500 new Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) in Jammu and Kashmir. This initiative aims to foster innovation among students, providing them with access to advanced tools
IMD
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) will install four additional radars in Jammu and Kashmir under Mission Mausam to improve district-specific weather forecasts and early warnings. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh held a review meeting to assess relief efforts following severe rainfall and flash floods, emphasizing the need for timely forecasts
Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a meeting in Jammu to review the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir. He praised the local administration and security forces for the peaceful conduct of the Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2025 and emphasized a zero tolerance policy against terrorism. Shah instructed security agencies to
Kishtwar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Jammu & Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah regarding the recent cloudburst and flooding in Kishtwar. He emphasized that authorities are actively working to assist those affected by the disaster. Source: Original Link
Kishtwar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern for those affected by the recent cloudburst and flooding in Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir. He assured that timely assistance is being provided and that rescue and relief operations are underway. Modi's thoughts and prayers are with the victims as the
Har Ghar Tiranga
Vibrant celebrations were held in Marh village, Jammu and Kashmir, under the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative, where community members displayed the Tricolour, promoting unity, pride, and patriotism. This initiative has become a significant household activity since its launch in 2022, coinciding with India's 75th Independence anniversary. Source: Original
Jammu and Kashmir
The Ministry of Tourism has reported a significant increase in domestic and foreign tourist visits to Jammu and Kashmir from 2020 to 2025, despite the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack. Various initiatives have been launched to promote tourism, including financial assistance for infrastructure development and campaigns like 'Dekho Apna
Integrated Aqua Park
The Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, announced a ₹100-crore proposal for an Integrated Aqua Park in Jammu and Kashmir under PMMSY Phase-II. This initiative aims to enhance the fisheries ecosystem in the region, which has seen significant growth in milk and fish production.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will visit Jammu and Kashmir on July 3rd and 4th, 2025. He will chair high-level meetings, participate in agricultural and rural development programs, and attend the convocation ceremony at SKUAST-K, where 5,250 students will receive degrees.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Minister for Agriculture, Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will visit Jammu and Kashmir on July 3rd and 4th, 2025. He will chair high-level meetings, participate in agricultural and rural development programs, and attend the sixth convocation of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology. The
Urban Development
Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, met with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar to review the progress of various urban development schemes in Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting focused on enhancing infrastructure, promoting inclusive growth, and expediting key projects under initiatives like AMRUT, Smart Cities