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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
The year 2024 has concluded on a positive note for the Kashmir valley’s handicrafts sector. The total export value of Kashmiri crafts from 2020 to 2024 reached an impressive Rs 3,477.31 crore.
The Kashmir Valley was taken by surprise on Friday–Saturday last when heavy snowfall blanketed the region. The unexpected snowfall far exceeded the forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). While light
In 2024, Jammu and Kashmir experienced an unprecedented boom in its tourism sector, with over three million domestic and international tourists visiting the union territory. Officials attribute this growth to a multi-faceted
The Srinagar Police registered 94 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, leading to the arrest of 156 individuals involved in the illegal trade of narcotics in 2024 so
The severe cold wave in Kashmir has created immense hardships for residents, particularly due to disruptions in power supply. In response, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called for strict compliance with the
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