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Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2023

August 1, 2023

The Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2023, was introduced in Lok Sabha on July 26, with the aim to include four communities in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) list in Jammu and Kashmir. This development has generated ..

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Namda Project

July 18, 2023

On World Youth Skills Day, the Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, flagged off the first batch of Namda Art products for export. This initiative is part of the Namda Project, implemented under the Pradhan Mantri ..

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Blue Pansy (Junonia Orithya)

June 24, 2023

The rich biodiversity of Jammu and Kashmir has received a significant boost with the official declaration of the Blue Pansy (Junonia Orithya) as the region’s official butterfly. The announcement, made by Dheeraj Gupta, Principal Secretary to the Government for the ..

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Lavender Festival

June 5, 2023

The enchanting Bhaderwah Valley in Jammu and Kashmir has become a hub of lavender cultivation, earning it the prestigious title of the lavender capital of India. In an exciting development, Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated the two-day “Lavender Festival” in ..

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White Knight Corps

May 13, 2023

The White Knight Corps, established on June 1, 1972, is a vital component of the Indian Army. Headquartered in Nagrota Cantonment, Jammu and Kashmir, it plays a crucial role in ensuring security and operational preparedness along the Line of Control ..

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OFDA 4000 in Srinagar

May 11, 2023

The Handicrafts and Handlooms Department of Kashmir has acquired a state-of-the-art equipment known as the OFDA 4000. This equipment is set to revolutionize the testing and authentication process of Pashmina, an exquisite fabric known for its luxurious warmth and softness. ..

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Morel Mushroom

April 25, 2023

Guchhi, also known as Morel mushroom, is a prized delicacy found in the Himalayan region. It is a wild mushroom belonging to the Morchellaceae family and is known for its unique spongy head. This mushroom is not only delicious but ..

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Basohli Painting and GI Tag

April 8, 2023

The world-famous Basohli Painting from the Kathua district in Jammu and Kashmir has obtained the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag. This is the first time in the history of GI registration that the Jammu region got a GI tag for handicrafts. ..

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