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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Interest on loans should be charged after two years: I&C Department proposes Government
The Industries and Commerce Department has recommended waiving off the interest to be paid by the traders and industrialists hit by the floods.
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Telecom operators hike mobile internet rates by up to 100%
New Delhi: Telecom operators have raised mobile internet rates up to 100 per cent in June-September period across country.Airtel is latest to increase mobile...
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Eid-eve has never been so subdued in Srinagar
Srinagar: While the ghosts of last month's devastating floods continue to haunt the major commercial hubs of Jammu and Kashmir's summer capital Srinagar, almost...
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J&K Government likely to launch campaign to attract tourists
Srinagar: The tourism ministry in Jammu and Kashmir is likely to launch a new campaign to attract tourists after the industry saw a downfall...
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HDFC Bank branches to remain open on Friday, Saturday
Srinagar: HDFC Bank has decided to keep all its branches in Kashmir Division open on October 3, 2014 for the convenience of customers. Bank...
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Floods pour cold water over Eid celebrations in Kashmir
Srinagar: The devastating floods in Jammu and Kashmir last month have poured cold water over the Eidul Azha celebrations in the Valley as most...
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J&K Bank branches to remain open on Friday & Sunday in Kashmir
Srinagar: With a view to facilitate unhindered banking transactions to the people of valley who are already under stress because of devastating floods, all...
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SBI to launch rehabilitation scheme for flood affected customers
Jammu: The State Bank of India today said that it will soon launch rehabilitation and restructuring scheme for its customers affected by the floods...
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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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