The Centre on Tuesday said that the production of saffron has declined by over 67 percent from 2010 to 2024, however, the production has increased marginally by 4 percent in the last year. ALSO READ: Industrial pollution forces transition of Kashmir’s Saffron farmers to new frontiers In reply to a question by National Conference MP […]
Two college-going youths from Kashmir have secured a deal on India’s famous reality show, Shark Tank. In the recent episode of Shark Tank India 3, Hamaad and Saad Tramboo, aged 18 and 20, showcased their brand of Kashmir willow bats. The Srinagar-based Tramboo Sports has been manufacturing cricket bats from both English willow and Kashmiri […]
Apple growers and traders in Kashmir have expressed concern over a significant drop in fruit prices in the last few weeks. Growers from different areas said that apples fetched good returns earlier but now rates have dipped with some 10 per cent of the produce yet to reach mandis from cold storages. Aafaq Ahmad, an […]
On Tuesday, Uber commenced its operations in Jammu Kashmir, making Srinagar its first city of service. The ride-hailing giant introduced both UberGo and Uber Intercity services in the valley. Uber Intercity rides are now available for destinations like Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Pahalgam, providing more options for users to explore beyond Srinagar. In a press statement, […]
Anantnag district has surpassed Pulwama district in milk production, earning the ‘New Anand of Kashmir’ title. Anantnag is presently producing 7.29 lakh litres of milk per day. Officials said the annual milk production in the district is approximately 266.35 thousand tonnes, surpassing Pulwama, which has an annual milk production of 262.95 thousand tonnes. Other districts […]
The Administrative Council, led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, approved the absorption of 145 permanent employees from Centaur Lake View Hotel, Srinagar, into Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Jammu Kashmir Cable Car Corporation Ltd (JKCCC), and Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation Ltd, Srinagar (JKTDC) effective from 01.03.2023, instead of 22-05-2023. The decision revises a […]
As Kashmir Valley is grappling with a severe dry spell throughout the hard winter, the experts have raised concerns about its impact on fish production in the region. They said the unusual absence of rain or snow is disrupting the delicate balance of water bodies, potentially jeopardising fish. However, the fisheries department contends that production […]
Beyond the breath-taking mirror of Dal Lake lies a hidden story etched in wood and vibrant colours. Nestled amidst the beautiful Dal Lake, serves as a canvas for the craftsmanship exhibited in the iconic Shikaras and houseboats that grace its waters. Speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the skilled artist whose families have […]
The traditional art of walnut wood carving is facing a decline as demand diminishes, posing challenges to the centuries-old craft and its skilled artisans. Artisans associated with this craft expressed their concerns to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), saying the tradition of walnut wood carving is experiencing a decline. Ghulam Qadir Matoo, 80, a […]
After apple, it is now walnuts, which suffer heavy losses due to the bulk import of this dry fruit from Afghanistan. Kashmiri walnut, which has already been suffering due to the onslaught by Californian and Chile walnuts is now facing threat from the Afghani walnuts. President Kashmir Walnut Growers Association Haji Bahadur Khan told news […]