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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Editorial- Page 13

A silent killer

World Hypertension Day was observed across the globe on May 17. This year, the theme was `Controlling Hypertension Together: check your blood pressure regularly, defeat the silent killer’. Hypertension or high blood
May. 20, 2026

Census 2027 begins

Self-enumeration under Census 2027 began in Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Gujarat, and Puducherry on Sunday. It will be followed by housing listing and housing census field operations from June 1 to June 30. Self-enumeration is also currently underway in Uttar Pradesh. Houselisting
May. 19, 2026

Achan project

People’s voice has finally been heard. The Council of Ministers has approved the 800 TPD Integrated Solid Waste Management

Train to Kashmir

Train to Kashmir Jammu-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express Services has become a lifeline for people in the

Dealer Distress

As the wedding season is peaking in Kashmir Valley, the demand for sheep supplies has increased. While the demand for mutton in the Valley is always on the higher side, it increases
Jul. 26, 2025

Drug Menace

Kashmir valley has for long been grappling with the issue of drug abuse. However, once thought to be confined to isolated pockets, the issue has now taken root across cities, towns and
Jul. 25, 2025

Counterfeit Invasion

Fakes pose a serious threat to the Kashmiri handicrafts sector, particularly to its renowned hand-knotted carpets. Woven by skilled artisans using traditional techniques passed down through generations, these carpets carry with them
Jul. 24, 2025

Summer Blaze

Fire incidents tend to become more frequent during the summer months in Jammu and Kashmir due to a combination of environmental and human factors. High temperatures, prolonged heat waves, and dry vegetation
Jul. 22, 2025

Digital Expansion

India’s e-commerce sector is undergoing a period of strong momentum, shaped by deeper internet access, growing smartphone usage, and a steady shift toward digital payments. As online retail continues to gain traction
Jul. 16, 2025

Kashmir Calling

In the aftermath of the recent Pahalgam terror attack, Kashmir Valley’s tourism sector had taken a severe hit. Now, tourists have started returning to the Valley. Both the Centre and the J&K
Jul. 15, 2025

Energy Independence

Adopting solar lighting systems in offices and government buildings is a practical and forward-thinking approach that addresses multiple challenges related to energy use, budget constraints and environmental responsibility. Rather than relying entirely
Jul. 14, 2025

Devotion Triumphs

In the wake of the brutal April 22 terror attack at Pahalgam in South Kashmir, the successful conduct of this year’s Amarnath Yatra carries extraordinary significance—both symbolically and strategically. The attack was
Jul. 12, 2025

Dangerous Trend

Online gambling has quietly spread across Kashmir, leaving a trail of broken families, mounting debt and emotional ruin. The arrival of easily accessible betting platforms on smartphones has given rise to a
Jul. 11, 2025

Tourism Reset

The Tourism Secretaries’ Conference held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre in Srinagar was organised by the Union Ministry for Tourism. While acknowledging the pain of the recent Pahalgam terror attack, the
Jul. 10, 2025
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