Friday, November 14, 2025

Editorial - Page 17

By-poll

The by-poll in the two constituencies concluded peacefully on Tuesday. The fate of 27 candidates in Budgam and Nagrota has been sealed. Budgam Assembly segment recorded a turnout of 50.01 percent, while 74.82
Nov. 13, 2025

Pashmina challenges

   Jammu and Kashmir government organized a three-day Pashmina Fest at the temple town of Katra. Sponsored by the Union Ministry of Textiles under the National Handicraft Development Programme (NHDP), this event is the third in a series after the successful launch
Nov. 12, 2025

Save saffron

Panic has gripped saffron farmers as production has fallen by 10 percent this year so far.

Darbar reopens

Darbar Move reopened in Jammu after four years. It marks the formal opening of offices in

Mutton Mission

To address the increasing demand for meat in Jammu and Kashmir, the government has decided to import 900 high-quality sheep from Australia under the Integrated Agriculture Development Program (HAPD). This initiative, with
Jan. 22, 2025

Empty Schools

The issue of government-run schools in Jammu and Kashmir operating with zero or extremely low student enrollment is a complex problem within the education system. Despite the closure of thousands of public
Jan. 21, 2025

Fuel Crackdown

While petrol prices have shot up considerably, non-compliance with legal standards by the fuel dispensing outlets further pinches the pockets of consumers. In this regard, the Legal Metrology Department of Jammu and
Jan. 18, 2025

Healthcare Accountability

Private hospitals functioning in Jammu and Kashmir have often been accused of flouting government norms in the past. Amid these complaints, the suspension of Shifa Medical Centre and Florence Hospital in Srinagar
Jan. 16, 2025

Austerity Measures

The Jammu and Kashmir government’s announcement of austerity measures to streamline financial management and curb non-essential expenditures is aimed towards fiscal prudence. The government intends to address financial inefficiencies through imposition of
Jan. 15, 2025

Drying Lifeline

Amidst the growing impacts of climate change globally, the melting of glaciers has emerged as one of the most pressing environmental challenges. In Kashmir, this crisis is acutely visible in the alarming
Jan. 11, 2025

Dropout Dilemma

The issue of student dropout rates in Jammu and Kashmir, as highlighted by recent media reports, paints a concerning picture of the union territory’s education sector. Despite notable strides in infrastructure and
Jan. 9, 2025

Flight Freeze

Inclement weather conditions in Srinagar on Sunday brought with it a familiar set of challenges for the region. While the sight of snow blanketing the city brought cheers to tourists, the harsh
Jan. 8, 2025

Commercialisation of Education

The issue of private schools prescribing textbooks against the norms set by the School Education Department has sparked widespread concern among parents and the general public. In response to the controversy, Dr
Jan. 7, 2025

Preventing Quackery

The menace of quackery, where unqualified individuals present themselves as medical professionals, is a pressing issue that endangers public health and undermines trust in the healthcare system. This unethical practice has gained
Jan. 4, 2025
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