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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Mobile recharge processing fee hiked
Mobile operators can now charge Rs 3 as processing fee on top up vouchers priced Rs 20 and above. Earlier the ceiling on processing...
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Simplify mobile tariff plans from tomorrow, telecos confirm
New Delhi: Vodafone, Idea, MTS & Aircel has confirmed that from Friday there will be only 3 types of vouchers for mobile recharge.From tomorrow,...
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Rate list issued for Auto Rickshaws
Srinagar: Traffic Police, city Srinagar in coordination with Road Transport Officer, Kashmir has released fare rate list of Auto Rickshaws in heart of Srinagar...
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Airtel selects Infosys as its technology partner for Airtel Money
New Delhi: Bharti Airtel, a leading integrated telecommunications company with operations in 19 countries across Asia and Africa, has chosen Infosys, a global leader...
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Airtel introduces self-care service for prepaid users
Just like postpaid customers, now Airtel prepaid mobile user can easily manage their accounts online.New Delhi, Feb 13: Bharti Airtel today announced the launch...
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Now Airtel to deactivate inactive customers
By: Nilabh JhaAfter Vodafone, Airtel has also decided to deactivate the accounts of customers who have not used the service for more than 60...
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Vodafone to close Prepaid Numbers with no usage
By: Anil SatapathyThose prepaid numbers who are not being used for 60 days will be discontinued.Vodafone India will discontinue mobile services for prepaid customers...
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Airtel offers free mobile access to Twitter
Srinagar, Dec 6: Bharti Airtel, leading global telecommunications company with operations in 19 countries across Asia and Africa, has announced that its 170 million...
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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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JERC authorises J&K, Ladakh power officers to disconnect supply in theft cases
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