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
Kashmir witnessed 3000 days of lockdown in over two decades: Trade bodies
n last over two decades, an amalgam of 30 trade bodies in the Valley on Wednesday said that Kashmir has witnessed 3000 days of lockdown, thus simultaneously deteriorating the situation of business community here, which they claim are struggling to survive amid the prevalent situation in Jammu and Kashmir.
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RK Chibber appointed Chairman of J&K Bank for 3 years
The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Friday appointed RK Chibber as Chairman of J&K Bank for the next three years and Zubair Iqbal Bhat as its first full-fledged Managing Director.
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Srinagar Airport ready to resume 40% flight operations
The airport authorities in Srinagar on Thursday said that they are ready to resume the flight operations with only 30 to 40 per cent air traffic if the Centre gives its nod while as Standard Operating Procedure (SoP) and the COVID-19 protocol will be followed in spirit.
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Wine shops likely to open in J&K soon
Liquor shops in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir are likely to reopen soon after intense pressure by liquor lobby regarding reopening of standalone retail liquor vendors, sources said.
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Turn recession into opportunity, says Abhijit Adhya
In conversation with DigPu, Abhijit Adhya talks at length about the top 5 things to be done by organisations to survive through this ordeal and emerge victorious through this COVID-19 pandemic. He believes we can turn the recession into an opportunity with responsive agility.
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Kashmiri Saffron gets GI Tag
Department of Agriculture, Kashmir has been granted Certificate of Registration by Registrar of Geographical Indication, Chennai, Government of India in respect of Kashmir Saffron.
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Parimpora Fruit Mandi to function for four hours only
After receiving reports that Parimpora Fruit Mandi has become a nuisance amid COVID-19 threat where people don’t maintain social distancing, authorities have decided to close the Mandi except from 8 to 12 pm every day.
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J&K Bank rolling out a recruitment drive soon
J&K Bank is going to roll out a recruitment drive, in a short time, with significantly larger number of posts as compared to the earlier advertised posts which were later cancelled due to 'various legal infirmities'.
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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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The University of Kashmir has rescheduled JKSET/LASET 2026 to 1:30 pm on October 25. Candidates must report to their examination centres by noon.
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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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