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
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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GoI issues GI certificate for Kashmir Saffron
JAMMU — In a momentous decision, GoI has issued certificate of GI registration for the Saffron grown in the Kashmir Valley.Expressing happiness on the...
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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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Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav appointed J&K Chief Secretary
The MHA has appointed 1995-batch IAS officer Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav as J&K Chief Secretary, effective November 1, 2026, or from his joining date, whichever is later.
J&K cabinet expansion, reshuffle likely within days: Omar Abdullah
Omar Abdullah says J&K's cabinet expansion and reshuffle will take place within 2–3 days, with ministerial selections finalised after consultations with Farooq Abdullah.
34 J&K Umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia amid flight suspensions
At least 34 J&K Umrah pilgrims are stranded in Saudi Arabia after flight suspensions. They seek government help as expenses rise and return travel remains uncertain.
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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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J&K Govt issues formal order hiking medical interns’ stipend to ₹25,000
J&K has issued a formal order raising the monthly stipend for MBBS and BDS interns, including FMGs, to ₹25,000 retrospectively from October 1, 2026.
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Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav appointed J&K Chief Secretary
The MHA has appointed 1995-batch IAS officer Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav as J&K Chief Secretary, effective November 1, 2026, or from his joining date, whichever is later.
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