Jammu and Kashmir’s search for new avenues of economic growth have to go beyond traditional sectors such as tourism, horticulture and handicrafts. While these industries remain vital to the Union Territory’s economy,
The 57th meeting of the GST Council has once again brought the relationship between taxation, economic growth and fiscal federalism into focus. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah attended the meeting in New Delhi in his capacity as Finance Minister of Jammu
Road safety is no longer an issue that can be addressed through occasional enforcement drives or isolated engineering works. It requires sustained coordination, reliable data, safer infrastructure, responsible driving and a rapid
Last Sunday, Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 31.2°C, its second-highest October temperature on record. The all-time October record for Srinagar remains 33.9°C, recorded in 1931. The situation elsewhere was even more
The ‘Kashmir Marathon-Run for Unity’ held on Thursday has sent a simple message. Young people want a future built on peace, fitness, discipline and opportunity. More than 6,000 runners took part in
The ‘Kashmir Marathon-Run for Unity’ held on Thursday has sent a simple message. Young people want a future built on peace, fitness, discipline and opportunity. More than 6,000 runners took part in
The conduct of the Irani Cup match between Jammu and Kashmir and the Rest of India at the Sher-i-Kashmir Cricket Stadium, Srinagar is an important moment for the sporting landscape of the
World Heart Day, observed recently on September 29, carries an important message this year: ‘Don’t Miss a Beat.’ The 2026 campaign of the World Heart Federation seeks to draw attention to the
The death of a 12-year-old boy in a leopard attack in Marsary, Kupwara, has once again brought the growing human-wildlife conflict in Kashmir valley into focus. Ayan Ashraf was attacked during the
World Tourism Day, observed every year on September 27, offers an opportunity to reflect not only on the potential of tourism but also on what is required to sustain its growth. The
The shortage of medical and paramedical staff in Jammu and Kashmir points to a challenge that cannot be addressed through recruitment alone. During the ongoing session of the Legislative Assembly, the Government
The transition to the four new Labour Codes in Jammu and Kashmir is an important administrative exercise. However, its real test will lie in how effectively the new framework improves the everyday
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