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
Lockdown: Shops to open in both urban, rural areas with restrictions
SRINAGAR — The Jammu and Kashmir Government today in an order said shops will be allowed to open in the Union Territory with the...
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Shivendu Madhava paving the way for young Indian entrepreneurs
NEW DELHI / DigPu — Shivendu Madhava, the founder of a national level technical consultancy firm, All India Technical Consultancy Corporation Limited (AITCCL), explains the...
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‘Apple produce worth crores set to rot if lockdown continues’
SRINAGAR — The apple growers in Jammu and Kashmir have expressed concern that their produce may get rotten in the cold storage units if...
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Lockdown: SOP issued for resuming construction
Government of Jammu and Kashmir has issued instructions to the concerned departments for regulating and facilitating the construction activities to be carried out during the lockdown period while following the norms of social distancing.
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No EMIs on loans for next three months: J&K Bank Chairman
SRINAGAR — Finally there is some relief in these extraordinary times as the borrowers in Jammu and Kashmir have got a reason to smile...
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No charges for withdrawal of money from ATMs for next 3 months: Union FM
SRINAGAR — The Government of India on Tuesday said that no cost will be charged to debit card holders who withdraw cash from ATMs...
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Shut factories, offices, other units till March 31: KCC&I
KCC&I appealed owners of factories, offices, hotels and shops without essential commodities to remain shut till March 31, 2020.
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Developmental works halted as extraction of building material banned in Kashmir
Valley-based contractors associated with the construction business are aghast over the non-availability of building material.
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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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