Over 50 families of small and marginal farmers in Mehra village of Rajouri district have shifted from conventional methods to 100% organic vegetable farming on their small agricultural plots.
The Urs, celebrated every year, continues to serve as a symbol of unity in the region. Thousands of people from across religious communities--including Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, and Christian--participated in the ceremonies and offered prayers at the revered shrine.
The Rajouri border blocks of Sunderbani and Nowshera in Jammu and Kashmir are witnessing a major revolution under Centrally sponsored agricultural schemes.
The camp exceeded expectations, screening more than 2,000 people and performing over 400 surgeries, including complex procedures for cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal ailments. People, including serving personnel, dependents, Veer Naris (war widows), and local civilians, came from far-flun
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, during his visit to the border village of Jhangher, laid the foundation stone for the construction of new houses for families affected by recent natural calamities and unprovoked Pakistani shelling during Operation Sindoor.
Sadaam Hussain, Assistant Engineer and site in-charge, the road project, sanctioned in 2023, was executed with an allocated budget of Rs 3.02 crore. He stated that the construction quality is "excellent" and highlighted the transformative impact the road will have on the local population.
The Indian Army has organised an inter-village volleyball tournament in Keri village of Rajouri district under "Operation Sadbhavna," attracting enthusiastic participation from local youth and reinforcing the force's commitment to community engagement in border areas.
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has successfully reached every household in Phalni panchayat, Budhal block, Rajouri district, bringing a significant relief to residents who previously faced acute water scarcity.
In a significant step toward improving connectivity and emergency response infrastructure, the long-awaited helicopter services were resumed in District Rajouri, bringing immense relief and convenience to residents of this hilly and border district.
According to a local Irshad Ahmad, many plantations have been established in the region, which have reflected considerable growth. He also requested that people join the department in order to benefit from the initiative.
The tour, conducted by the Ace of Spades Division under the auspices of the White Knight Corps, will take place from November 3 to November 14, with the aim of fostering national integration and providing youth from border areas with firsthand exposure to India's diversity and development
Independent MLA and Former judge Manjakote Muzaffar Iqbal Khan stated that the Manjakote Block area in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir was completely disconnected from the rest of the district, causing problems to the locals.