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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Editorial- Page 16

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

Kashmir Connected

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Chenab Rail Bridge and launch train services to Kashmir on Friday. The Chenab Bridge, known as the world’s highest railway bridge, towers 359
Jun. 5, 2025

Health Hazard

Globally, tobacco kills more than seven million people every year, and over a million of those deaths occur in India. According to recent data, the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir ranks
Jun. 4, 2025

Pet Neglect

In recent times, the conversation around animal bites in Kashmir valley has largely centred on stray dogs. However, a quieter yet deeply concerning trend has emerged: an alarming increase in cat bite
Jun. 3, 2025

Forward Together

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s decision to hold a cabinet meeting in Pahalgam was a clear reaction to the April 22 tragedy at Baisaran, where 26 people lost their lives. The terror attack
May. 29, 2025

Data Democracy

Data-backed governance refers to the use of data analysis and evidence to guide decision-making and policy implementation. Instead of depending on assumptions or intuition, this approach relies on measurable insights to evaluate
May. 28, 2025

Tourism Reboot

The tourism industry in Jammu and Kashmir has faced a steep decline following the terror incident in Pahalgam on April 22, which claimed the lives of 26 people, most of them tourists.
May. 27, 2025

Climate Alarm

Srinagar, known for its relatively temperate climate, recorded a scorching 34.4 degrees Celsius maximum temperature on Thursday. This was the highest temperature in May since 1891. This figure stands as the third-highest
May. 24, 2025

Heat Hazards

Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing above-normal temperatures these days. Fire incidents tend to increase during the summer months due to a combination of factors, such as higher electricity usage, dry weather, and
May. 22, 2025

‘Chalo Kashmir’

In a show of unity and determination, nearly 100 travel agencies and affiliated tourism partners in Kolkata have come together under the banner of ‘Chalo Kashmir’, a campaign aimed at reviving Kashmir’s
May. 21, 2025

Pressure Rising

Hypertension is emerging as a widespread health concern in Jammu and Kashmir, as fresh data from the National Family Health Survey-5 highlights troubling trends in blood pressure levels across the population. According
May. 20, 2025
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