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.
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Business & Economy
AC approves J&K Communication & Connectivity Infrastructure Policy
JAMMU — The Administrative Council (AC), which met here under the chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, approved the Jammu and Kashmir Communication and...
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Administrative Council clears 850 MW Ratle Hydroelectric Project
JAMMU — In a significant decision, the J&K Administrative Council in its meeting here today approved the proposal for development of 850 MW Ratle...
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At 25%, J&K’s unemployment double than national average
SRINAGAR — In a major concern, the unemployment rate has reached to 25 percent in Jammu and Kashmir, which is double the national average.Jammu...
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Banks to levy charges on deposits, withdrawals of money
SRINAGAR — Many new rules come into force from today, i.e. November 1, 2020, which will directly affect consumer’s pocket. From today, customers in some...
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Government fixes mutton rate at Rs. 480 per kg
SRINAGAR — The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole today chaired a meeting of Rate Fixation Committee and fixed rates of mutton at Rs...
Business & Economy
Manufacturing & processing business ideas in J&K
SRINAGAR — Hailed as the paradise on earth, Jammu and Kashmir is the northernmost State of the country. Its natural beauty attracts hundreds of people...
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MIS for apple procurement in J&K approved for 2020-21
SRINAGAR — Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the extension of Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) for apple procurement in Jammu and...
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COVID-19: Sunday market reopens in Srinagar after eight months
SRINAGAR — In an effort to revive the economic activities, the weekly Sunday market reopened on Sunday in Lal Chowk area of Srinagar city...
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