Hirra Azmat

When the world fails to make sense, Hirra Azmat seeks solace in words. Both worlds, literary and the physical lend color to her journalism.

Kashmir·Latest News·Lead Stories

July 6, 2023

Ladakh rolls out e-buses to make cold desert a carbon-neutral UT

Srinagar: Ladakh has introduced electronic buses to save the fragile environment in the cold desert. This initiative is aimed to transform Ladakh into a carbon-neutral Union Territory, while also focusing on the…

Kashmir·Latest News

July 3, 2023

Paradise calling: New survey says Kashmir most sought-after destination for solo traveling

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir is one of the most sought-after destinations for solo traveling, a latest travel report revealed. The research, carried out by a prominent travel fintech `SanKash’ found that almost…

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June 28, 2023

A bite of heaven: Meet Kashmir’s chocolatiers who are making Eid sweeter this year

Srinagar: Finding a perfect Eid gift can be a daunting and time-consuming task. However, when in doubt, chocolates always come to the rescue. The chocolate makers in the valley have gone above…

Shri Amarnath Yatra: J&K government to house pilgrims, security forces in vacant buildings along cave shrine route

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir government is planning to use vacant and under construction buildings along the Amarnath yatra route for accommodating pilgrims and security forces. Kashmir is experiencing an unusual tourist rush with…

June 13, 2022

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Major tragedy averted; SMHS hospital fire doused

Srinagar: A fire broke out on Saturday afternoon at ward 16 of SMHS Hospital, Srinagar. As per the hospital authorities, the incident took place around 3:15 pm when a storeroom near the…

June 11, 2022

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Disposable wipes to Vitamin C pills: Here are dos and don’ts that Kashmir Hajj pilgrims should follow to keep COVID at bay

Srinagar: In view of increasing Covid cases in Saudi Arabia, the health experts in Kashmir have stressed to the pilgrims to take note of the dos and don’ts for a safe Hajj.…

June 11, 2022

Insomnia, breathlessness, muscle pain: Pesticide exposure triggers health crisis in Kashmir

Srinagar: Abdul Hameed, the 60-year-old farmer from Shopian, developed respiratory problems last year after he returned from his orchard. Hameed had sprayed pesticide hours before he complained of breathlessness. He was immediately…

June 9, 2022

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‘Mudde Shur’, ‘Nabikaar Bache’: Living with dyslexia in Kashmir

Srinagar, June 07: Saif, 12, was repeatedly bullied by his teacher for not being able to read and pronounce words. A sixth standard student, he is not even able to read words…

June 7, 2022

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`It poses great risk to villages and tourist infrastructure’: New study reveals 65 proglacial lakes can burst anytime in J&K

Srinagar: Glacial lakes have shown an alarming increase in Jammu and Kashmir, posing a threat to the downstream communities. According to the latest report by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE),…

June 6, 2022

Environment·Kashmir·Latest News·Lead Stories

Infertility to slow metabolism: Over 13% population in Kashmir suffer from thyroid disorder

Srinagar: A new study has revealed that 13.75 percent population is suffering from thyroid disorder in Kashmir. Owing to the fact that most of us lead stressful lives, one that has been…

June 6, 2022

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All set for Amarnath Yatra; pilgrims to be provided best facilities: Div Com

Srinagar: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir PK Pole today said Amarnath Yatris will be provided the best possible facilities in Kashmir. “All arrangements from lodging, sanitation, and clean drinking water are being made. Besides,…

June 4, 2022

`Don’t let the failures take a toll on you’: J&K cop’s daughter turned adversity into opportunity, cracked civil services in second attempt

Srinagar: Success is not final, failure is not fatal. This is how Shivani Jerngal marked her success in the UPSC examination securing All India Rank-300. Hailing from Jammu, Shivani, 25, cleared the…

June 1, 2022

World No-Tobacco Day: Over 26% of 15 plus men smoke cigarettes in J&K

Srinagar: National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) has revealed that 26.6 percent of men above 15-years of age smoke cigarettes in Jammu and Kashmir. The use of tobacco is a serious public health issue…

May 31, 2022

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