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, ‘immunity-boosting’ bakery sold in Srinagar
SRINAGAR — In a novel effort, a baker from Srinagar outskirts ahead of Eid-ul-Adha is out to present his bakery as an immunity booster...
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In J&K, tourism sector to open from tomorrow
Jammu and Kashmir Government has issued guidelines for arrival of tourists in the Union territory.
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Tourism to reopen in Jammu & Kashmir soon
The Jammu and Kashmir Government is soon going to reopen the Union Territory for tourism, officials said on Monday.
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Amid COVID-19 pandemic, brick prices shoot up in Valley
Amid COVID-19 pandemic, the brick kiln owners have resorted to price hike in Kashmir Valley as one Tipper load of bricks costs around Rs 30,000 as against the original price of 18,000 per 3,000 bricks.
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‘SoPs being framed for resuming public transport, tourism’
Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, P K Pole Monday said that the administration in Kashmir is busy in thorough consultations with the stakeholders and experts to frame Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for resuming public transport and re-opening tourist places in Kashmir.
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Allow us to resume our business, brick kiln owners plead
At a time when authorities are easing restrictions on business, brick kiln business is still shut, much to the distress of kiln owners.
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In e-auction, Kashmir’s sand blocks go to non-local contractors
People in Kashmir are gradually feeling the effects of annulment of special status. Probably, for the first time since 1947, non-local bidders have been awarded sand extraction contracts.
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COVID-19: Labour migration shoots up brick prices in Valley
Prices of bricks have shot up by about Rs 12,000 following the migration of non-local labourers in wake of COVID-19 pandemic.
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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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DSEK directs schools to conduct Class 8 assessments strictly as per academic calendar
DSEK has directed Kashmir schools to conduct Classes up to 8 assessments and annual exams strictly under the approved academic planner and government framework.
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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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