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
Amid pandemic, high edible oil prices burn a hole in people’s pocket
At a time when the second wave of the COVID-19 is surging, to make things worse, citizens are struggling with the high prices of edible oils.
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Amazing Tips to Learn the Art of Trading
In this article, we will give you some golden tips which will let you trade the market like a pro trader, so read it carefully!
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Corona Curfew: Kashmir bakers suffer Rs 40 Cr loss ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr
Kashmiri bakers on Wednesday said that it has suffered a loss of approximately Rs 40 crore ahead of Muslim festival, Eid-ul-Fitr.
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COVID-19: Lockdown not a solution, say hoteliers
The hoteliers on Wednesday said that the government must not make hue and cry over the re-surge in the COVID-19 cases.
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J&K Government rolls out Houseboats Policy
Administrative Council (AC) approved the roll-out of policy and guidelines for sustainable operation of houseboats in Dal and Nigeen lakes.
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Night flight cargo services for perishable items starts from Srinagar Airport
In a significant development, authorities in Kashmir have started the night flight cargo services from Srinagar Airport.
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Altaf Bukhari demands revision of Geology & Mining policy in J&K
Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Saturday reiterated his demand for revision of Geology and Mining policy in J&K.
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Mutton shop sealed in Pulwama for charging exorbitant rates
Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department Pulwama sealed a mutton shop in Kakapora for allegedly selling meat at exorbitant rates.
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Latest news
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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India’s E20 Ethanol Mandate: Progress, Pitfalls and Public Backlash
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Pulwama Police apprehend suspect with hand grenade in joint operation
In a major breakthrough, security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district apprehended a suspect, recovering a hand grenade and other incriminating materials.
LG inaugurates INOX multiplex theatre in Srinagar
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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.
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