Business & Economy
In this section, we cover latest news from Jammu & Kashmir’s Business & Economy with extensive coverage – Pictures, Videos, and Special Reports.
An overview of Key Sectors: Food processing and agro-based industries (excluding conventional grinding and extraction units) thrive in the state due to an excellent climate for horticulture and floriculture. Handicrafts has been receiving priority attention from the Government in view of its large employment base and exports potential.
J&K is famous for its small-scale and cottage industries such as carpet weaving, silks, shawls, basketry, pottery, copper and silverware, papier-mâché and walnut wood. J&K SIDCO is the nodal agency for promotion and development of medium and large-scale industries in the state.
Business & Economy
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The common man is the most adversely affected by inflation and economic disruption. Therefore, it is crucial to be aware of the pension schemes in India.
Business & Economy
Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments: A Complete Insight
Sustainable energy technologies and assessments is a scientific journal which encourages papers on any aspect of technological innovation in energy production.
Business & Economy
J-K to generate additional 3200 MWs of electricity within three years
Jammu and Kashmir administration has been building up power infrastructure and power projects to meet Union Territory’s electricity requirement.
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Business & Economy
Apple growers fear losses as packing material cost rises abruptly
In a major setback to Kashmir's most vital industry horticulture, the prices of packing material have increased abruptly due to which apple growers fear losses.
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Business & Economy
Rupee declines as Fed officials reiterate US rate hike path
The rupee had a significant decline versus the US dollar as Federal Reserve officials stated that the US central bank was on course to continue with swift rate hikes.
News & Interviews
Man rears Kali Masi chicken breed in Pulwama
A man from south Kashmir's Pulwama district has started a unique poultry farm where he is rearing and selling the world's most expensive chicken.
Business & Economy
Traders, consumers lament levying of 5% GST on daily-use items
The fresh directive that has imposed five per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) on general items has left the common people fuming.
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ACs, fridges and washing machines likely to get price drops
In order to pass on advantages of declining input costs, manufacturers may reduce the premium customers have been paying on all of the household equipment.
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Multiple cloudbursts hit Kashmir, trigger flash floods
Multiple cloudbursts triggered by intense rainfall struck different parts of Kashmir on Monday, causing flash floods that damaged roads, bridges and residential houses.
Heavy rains halt traffic on NH-44 in Udhampur
Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) was suspended from both ends on Monday evening following heavy rainfall and slippery road conditions.
Cloudbursts, landslides possible as rain set to lash J&K
Rain and thundershowers are likely to affect many parts of Jammu and Kashmir over the next 12 hours, with the Jammu region expected to witness the maximum impact.
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