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
Understanding DBS Check & Gathering Information Through It
Employers are allowed to check the records of people if they want to know about their criminal history when they are applying for a...
Business & Economy
Major relief to artisans, weavers as Govt notifies new schemes
SRINAGAR — In a major relief to the artisans and weavers, the Government on Thursday notified two new schemes to provide fillip to the...
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J&K Bank’s profit declined by 500% in five years: CAG Report
SRINAGAR — Released on last Wednesday, the Comptroller and Auditor General report has revealed that the profit level of Jammu and Kashmir Bank has...
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J&K LG announces Rs 1350 Cr economic package
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday announced a mega economic package of Rs 1350 Crore for reviving the ailing...
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LG Sinha assures mega economic package for J&K
SRINAGAR — While addressing a press conference at Raj Bhawan, honourable LG Manoj Sinha told reporters that every Panchayat will get Rs 10 lac,...
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E-Auction portal created to promote GI tagged ‘Kashmir Saffron’
SRINAGAR — With an aim to promote trading of GI tagged ‘Kashmir Saffron’, the Department of Agriculture under the aegis of India International Kashmir...
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₹ 45,000 crore loss in business since lockdown in Valley, says KTA
SRINAGAR — The Kashmir Trade Alliance (KTA) on Sunday said the five-month-long lockdown had dented the Valley’s economy by Rs 21,000 crore and the...
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Centre approves five private sector CA storage projects for J&K
SRINAGAR — The Government of India has approved five private sector proposals for setting of Controlled Atmosphere (CA) storage projects in Jammu and Kashmir.The...
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Smaran’s unbeaten 126 puts Rest of India 265 runs ahead in Irani Cup
Ravichandran Smaran hit an unbeaten 126 as Rest of India reached 306/8, extending their lead over J&K to 265 runs on Day 3 of the Irani Cup.
ASHA workers protest in Anantnag, demand hike in monthly remuneration
ASHA workers protested in Anantnag, seeking higher remuneration, better working conditions, parity with other states and government dialogue.
India beat Pakistan by 19 runs to retain Asian Games men’s cricket gold
India defeated Pakistan by 19 runs in the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket final to retain gold after posting 211/6 and restricting Pakistan to 192/6.
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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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Smaran’s unbeaten 126 puts Rest of India 265 runs ahead in Irani Cup
Ravichandran Smaran hit an unbeaten 126 as Rest of India reached 306/8, extending their lead over J&K to 265 runs on Day 3 of the Irani Cup.
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