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
New Union budget makes progressive steps for online gaming
The budget presented by Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament in February received high praises from various representatives of gaming industry.
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New generation telecoms will bring Indians closer, claims TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) foresees that 6G mobile technology will probably go mainstream within 10 years or less.
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Amid Russia-Ukraine war, edible oil stocked for ‘black-marketing’ in Valley
The alleged sale of edible oil in the black market by the traders in many parts of the Valley has triggered the scarcity of oil amid the Russia-Ukraine war.
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Sun Pharma, Lupin recall products in US market
Leading drug makers Sun Pharma and Lupin are recalling products in the US, the world's largest market for medicines, for different reasons.
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J-K spend Rs 60k Crore on electricity in 12 years
The cash starved Jammu and Kashmir has purchased over Rs 60,000 crore power or electricity for the last 12 years.
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J-K Govt has commissioned study on privatisation of power distribution: Minister
The Jammu & Kashmir Government has commissioned a study to assess suitable options regarding privatisation of power distribution.
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Cement factories extract mining material illegally in Pulwama
The cement factories in Pulwama district are extracting mining material while flouting norms and causing havoc to the local environment.
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450 companies to invest Rs 25,000 crore in J-K
Industrial sector is set to bloom in Jammu and Kashmir as over 450 companies have signed an MOUs to invest over Rs 25,000 crore in the UT.
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JERC authorises J&K, Ladakh power officers to disconnect supply in theft cases
JERC has authorised designated J&K and Ladakh power officers to disconnect supply on detection of electricity theft, subject to statutory safeguards.
J&K take 41-run first-innings lead over Rest of India in Irani Cup
J&K were bowled out for 278 to take a 41-run lead over Rest of India on Day 2 of the Irani Cup, who reached 24/1 at stumps.
Fatty liver disease in 64% of newly diagnosed Type 2 diabetes patients in Kashmir: Study
A Kashmir study found MASLD in 64% of 272 newly diagnosed Type 2 diabetes patients, with higher prevalence among women and those with obesity.
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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion
The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.
J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.
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A 22-year-old motorcyclist died after being hit by a vehicle in Kangan, Pulwama. He was declared dead on arrival at SMHS Hospital Srinagar.
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Kashmir’s high-density apple orchards deliver higher returns as prices hit ₹200/kg
Growers from Pulwama and Shopian said modern plantations have enabled them to make better use of limited land while reducing the waiting period for substantial returns.
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JERC authorises J&K, Ladakh power officers to disconnect supply in theft cases
JERC has authorised designated J&K and Ladakh power officers to disconnect supply on detection of electricity theft, subject to statutory safeguards.
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