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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Editorial- Page 17

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 Calling

During his visit to the Valley, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu made clear the government’s intent to restore confidence in Kashmir. His assurance that the region is once again safe to
May. 17, 2025

Trust Rebuilding

The terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 last month, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians, has cast a long shadow over the Kashmir Valley. Beyond the immediate human loss of
May. 15, 2025

Pilgrim Gridlock

The Hajj is a pilgrimage deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, representing one of the core obligations that every capable Muslim must fulfil at least once in their lifetime. For many, it is
May. 14, 2025

Border Calm

The night of May 11 and 12 brought a long-awaited stillness across Jammu and Kashmir. For the first time in several days, the sounds of shelling and gunfire were absent along the
May. 13, 2025

Nishat Horror

The death of a nomadic woman in Srinagar’s Nishat area has ignited widespread grief and outrage across the Kashmir Valley. The woman, originally from Reasi and residing in Nishat, was reportedly assaulted
May. 7, 2025

Invisible Epidemic

Over the past 20 years, India has undergone widespread changes that have touched nearly every aspect of life, including its economy, environment and society. The country’s industrial expansion and urban growth have
May. 6, 2025

Power Planning

The Government of India has notified a new Renewable Purchase Obligation trajectory, extending till 2029–30. This mandates each state and union territory to meet a specified portion of its energy needs through
May. 3, 2025

Watershed Action

Planet Earth is facing escalating pressures from population growth, urban expansion, industrial activity and climate disruptions. Against this backdrop, responsible stewardship of water has become indispensable. In the union territory of Jammu
May. 1, 2025

Breathing Spaces

In modern cities, the presence of trees is an essential aspect of urban health and sustainability, apart from beautification. With rising levels of air pollution, increased surface temperatures, and expanding concrete landscapes,
Apr. 30, 2025

Spirit Strong

At a moment when the memory of the Pahalgam terror attack still lingers over the Valley, Bollywood actor Atul Kulkarni arrived in Kashmir with a message meant to push back against fear.
Apr. 29, 2025
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