Union Home Minister Amit Shah e-inaugurated Maa Sharda Devi Temple at Teetwal on the banks of Kishanganga River near Line of Control in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district. Following are some Interesting things to know about Maa Sharda Devi : 1. Maa Sharda Devi Temple is at Teetwal on the banks of Kishanganga River near Line … Read more
A pilgrimage to the Holy Shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Ji is considered to be one of the holiest pilgrimages of our times. Popular the world over as Moonh Maangi Muradein Poori Karne Wali Mata, which means, the Mother who fulfills whatever Her children wish for, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Ji resides in a Holy … Read more
The centuries-old Chamliyal Mela is being organized every year with much pomp and show at No Man’s Land with zeal and enthusiasm along the International Border (IB) in the Ramgarh where people gather on either side of the border and exchange “Shakkar” the earth and “Sharbat” (Water) between Indian and Pakistani people under the supervision of … Read more
When it comes to outdoor sports, Golf is one of most intersting games. Many people like to play golf in their free times. In Jammu here we have got Jammu Tawi Golf Course located at Sidhra on the bank of River Tawi. Here are some interesting things to know about Jammu Tawi Golf Course : The … Read more
Dogri Poet Narsingh Dev Jamwal got prestigious Padma Shri Award, one of the highest civilian awards of the country. Narsingh Dev Jamwal of Jammu has been named for conferment of this award for his work in the field of literature and education. The award was presented by the President of India at a ceremonial function … Read more
The Jammu & Kashmir Bank (J&K Bank) recently completed 80 years since its foundation. Here are some other noteworthy facts about the bank: The Jammu and Kashmir Bank was founded on 1 October 1938 under letters patent issued by Maharaja Hari Singh. The Maharaja had invited eminent investors to become the founding directors and shareholders of … Read more
Jyeshta Ashtami day, of Hindu calendar, falls on 20th of this month. The day has significant for Kashmiri Pandit community as it is the day they visit the Mata Kheer Bhawani shrine in Kashmir. Since, it is not possible for every Pandit to visit Kashmir from Jammu and other far off places, it is also … Read more
Maa Vaishno Devi’s devotees have been blessed with another track to reach the holy shrine. The track has been named as Tarakote Marg. Here are some quick facts about the track: The track stretches between Ban Ganga and Adhkunwari. With a length of only 7 kms, the six-metre wide track is aimed to reduce rush … Read more
Solar and other non conventional sources of energy is the future of the world’s energy needs. India is spearheading in shifting its energy dependency away from fossil fuels. In such an attempt, a solar power project has been installed at Katra Railway Station. Here are a few things to know about the project: This is … Read more
Every place has its own importance but Rajouri , Jammu & kashmir town is known for its uniqueness of “Bhairon’s Jhanki”. Like every year during the festival of holi,the Jhanki of Bhairon dev is taken out with great pomp and religious fervour in which thousand of people take part with great zeal and enthusiasm irrespective … Read more
Finance Minister Haseeb Drabu presented the state Budget for the year 2018-19, his fourth budget in the Jammu and Kashmir legislative assembly. Here are 10 things that a common man must know about the Govt. of Jammu & Kashmir budget 2018: Fiscal deficit previously estimated at around 9.5 per cent has actually turned out to … Read more
As the countdown to 2019 begins, we await another new, exciting year to unfold before us with all its surprises. Following are the few things that you can do while you are in Jammu on new year eve other than partying: 1. Patnitop: Go to this hilly destination with your family and friends. As the temperature … Read more
There is some good news for all of Jammuites who are tired of reading about the delayed projects of Jammu. A world class bus terminal is coming up in Jammu; a first of its kind in the state. Here are a quick facts about the project to dispel your worries: The project site will serve … Read more
When we were kids, we couldn’t wait to grow up and become adults. But now that we look back, life was so much simpler back then. Sometimes it feels that we spend our entire lives trying to return to who we were as children. Here are 10 things we can learn from kids: Be yourself! Every day is a … Read more