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Lucknow, April 11 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Museum of Heritage and Art on Saturday, which showcases the rich cultural legacy of Awadh, along with other development projects worth Rs 58.27 crore, officials said.The inauguration took place at the Gomtinagar Jan Kalyan...

April 09, Ladakh – The annual Apricot Blossom Festival has begun in Ladakh, attracting tourists from across India and abroad to witness the region’s natural beauty and vibrant cultural heritage.The week-long festival celebrates the blooming of apricot trees in the Suru Valley and surrounding...

RAJOURI, April 8, 2026: Young women from areas near the Line of Control in Rajouri are achieving financial independence through skill training in Phulkari embroidery at the ITI in Naushera, which is being supported by the Central Government.

Jammu, April 7 – A unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology is unfolding in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, benefiting over 250 families associated with bamboo craftsmanship for generations.These residents, having kept their ancestral skills alive, are now...

REASI, April 7, 2026: The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), CEO Sachin Kumar Vaishya, inaugurated a new souvenir shop near the Spiritual Growth Centre. The shop offers pilgrims authentic prasad, religious items, and locally crafted handicrafts, ensuring authenticity, fair pricing...

REASI, April 7, 2026: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) CEO Sachin Kumar Vaishya inaugurated a new souvenir shop near the Spiritual Growth Centre, offering pilgrims authentic prasad, religious items, and locally crafted handicrafts—ensuring authenticity, fair pricing, and support for...

Bhopal, March 30 – Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will attend the ‘Madhya Pradesh-Uttar Pradesh Cooperation Conference’ in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday.The conference, aimed at strengthening partnerships in trade, investment, and skills between the two neighboring states, will also witness...

Varanasi (UP), March 30 The 'MP-UP Cooperation Conference 2026' will be held in Varanasi on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Uttar Pradesh government.In this regard, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav wrote a letter to Rakesh Sachan, the Uttar Pradesh Minister for MSME, Khadi...

Bhopal, March 28 – Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will participate in the ‘Madhya Pradesh–Uttar Pradesh Cooperation Conference’ to be held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on March 31.The conference, aimed at strengthening partnerships in trade, investment, and skills between the two...

Shimla, March 27 In a first-of-its-kind initiative across India, the Himachal Pradesh government has taken the lead to introduce the "one district, three products" plan in its Budget for FY 2026-27.This initiative is aimed at revitalizing the rural economy, thereby promoting local empowerment...

In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has invited suggestions from the public for the establishment of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board’s (SMVDSB) first-of-its-kind International Goddess Museum in Katra. Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that the Goddess Museum is...

Itanagar, March 22 Arunachal Pradesh is building a larger movement to preserve its indigenous culture, empower youth, and position the state as a strong voice in the country's sustainable fashion ecosystem, said State Textile and Handicrafts Minister Nyato Dukam.Addressing a gathering at the...

Imphal, March 18 Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Wednesday urged the banking sector and development institutions to work together with renewed commitment to build a prosperous, resilient, and self-reliant state.Speaking at the launch of the 'State Focus Paper 2026-27', he said, "Our...

Jammu, March 16. Traditional crafts like wall painting, Khadi-based cotton weaving, and Pashmina weaving – which were on the verge of extinction in Jammu and Kashmir – are now re-emerging in new forms and shapes, allowing the local population to fully utilize their skills.Various Central...

Jaipur, March 16 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Monday that the contribution of the tribal community to the state's development has been invaluable, and the government is committed to promoting employment for tribal youth and supporting traditional handicrafts.Addressing a...

Itanagar, March 15 Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Sunday said his government was committed to strengthening the state’s textile sector, highlighting a Rs 25-crore package for sericulture and a ‘creative economy cell’ to support artists and designers.Inaugurating the ‘Arunachal...

New Delhi, March 15 A major fire broke out at Nature Bazaar in south Delhi's Andheria Mor area on Sunday morning, destroying around 50 shops and triggering a massive firefighting operation, an official of the Delhi Fire Services (DFS) said.According to the DFS, a call regarding the blaze was...

New Delhi, March 15 A major fire broke out at Nature Bazaar in south Delhi's Andheria Mor area on Sunday morning, causing extensive damage to around 50 shops and triggering a massive firefighting operation, an official of the Delhi Fire Services (DFS) said.According to the DFS, a call...

New Delhi, March 13 The Ministry of Textiles held a consultation meeting on Friday with Western Zone states regarding the announcements related to the sector made in the 2026-27 Budget.Neelam Shami Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Textiles, chaired the meeting in Mumbai.During the meeting...

In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha appealed to writers and artists to preserve the rich heritage of the Jammu division, promote its legacy, and connect the younger generation to their roots. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that the LG said that the traditions of...