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Flashfloods

Flashfloods have wreaked havoc in the Chenab Valley. The under-construction 540 MW Kwar Hydroelectric Power Project was severely damaged when mounds of debris entered the site. A massive flow of water and mud
Jul. 10, 2026

Welcome!

The annual Shri Amarnath Yatra kicked off in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the first batch of 4800 devotees in Jammu. The first darshan of the holy Shiv Lingam will be held on Friday.
Jul. 4, 2026

Welcome!

The annual Shri Amarnath Yatra kicked off in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. Lieutenant Governor Manoj

Spousal violence 

It is indeed heartwarming to know that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have the lowest spousal

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

Hope Prevails

In the aftermath of a painful tragedy at Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives and shook the Valley, the resilience of Kashmir and the courage of its people and visitors are quietly writing
Apr. 26, 2025

Fatty Threat

Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is becoming one of the most widespread liver conditions in the world. Closely linked to rising levels of obesity and type 2 diabetes, its increasing prevalence reflects
Apr. 25, 2025

Shared Grief

The attack in Pahalgam has once again plunged Kashmir into sorrow, leaving 27 civilians—mostly tourists—dead in one of the most horrifying strikes the valley has witnessed in years. These were people who
Apr. 24, 2025

Nature’s Fury

Ramban district has been gripped by a devastating natural calamity caused by continuous heavy rains. The calamity triggered a cloudburst and flash floods, causing panic across the district. Two minor siblings, along
Apr. 22, 2025

Heritage Spirit

World Heritage Day, observed annually on April 18, is dedicated to drawing attention to the value of cultural and natural heritage across the globe. Recognized internationally, the day highlights the importance of
Apr. 19, 2025

Safety Imperative

Kashmir Valley is witnessing an increase in the number of road mishaps. The recent road accident in Handwara, claiming the lives of two college students and injuring several others, has reignited a
Apr. 17, 2025

Agro Alarm

During the recently concluded session of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, it was revealed that, out of 86 pesticide and fertiliser samples found to be substandard across the Union Territory, 85
Apr. 16, 2025
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