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.
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Goods & Services Tax (GST) – Frequently Asked Questions
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir assembly adopted a resolution on 5 July, 2017 to implement the Goods & Services Tax (GST), bringing the state’s indirect...
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Reliance Jio offers more data, longer validity in new plans
New Delhi: Reliance Jio Summer Surprise has finally come to an end but most of the plans were modified and improved during the Jio...
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Govt hikes passenger fare in Jammu & Kashmir
Srinagar: The state government today announced hike in passenger fare in Jammu & Kashmir for different means of transport services.Addressing a press conference, Minister...
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Jio Happy New Year Offer expiring! No Postpaid plans yet!
Srinagar: As rumors regarding Jio Happy New Year offer continue to create headlines in various sections of news media, we decided to get the facts...
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Banks to remain closed for 4 straight days
New Delhi: The banking sector will have a long vacation, thanks to the co-inciding dates of the list of holidays. Starting March 24 banks...
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Now get Rs 100 as compensation for failed ATM transactions
New Delhi: It must have happened to you that you went wanted to withdraw money from your ATM but the machine didn't dispense cash....
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Facebook Shares’ rise makes Zuckerberg world’s 6th richest person
Facebook Community StatisticsCalifornia: Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg surpassed Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison to become the sixth richest person in the world in after-hours trading...
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Govt trying to create hassle-free investment environment in JK: DY CM
Jammu: The Deputy Chief Minister, Dr Nirmal Singh today said the Government is working towards providing a hassle-free investment environment for industrialists and aspiring...
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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.
LG designates special fast-track courts in J&K for exam paper leak cases
LG Manoj Sinha has designated Special Fast-Track Courts in Jammu and Srinagar to try exam paper leaks, cheating and other offences under the 2024 Act.
J&K faces power deficit risk in November as 329 MW central share allocated for winter months
J&K officials warn of power shortages in November and March as winter demand rises. Peak demand may reach 2,900 MW amid limited hydropower generation.
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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 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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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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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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