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.
There seems to be no respite in sight from the ongoing intense cold wave in the Kashmir valley. The cold wave accompanied by a prolonged dry spell is taking a toll on
The tragic death of a two-year-old child in Shirhama village, Handwara, on December 5 is yet another reminder of the escalating human-wildlife conflict in Kashmir. This incident, which was the 15th fatality
The implementation of the Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) in Srinagar is a new step in modernizing traffic enforcement and improving road safety. From now onwards, e-challans will be issued to traffic
Cases of heart attacks and strokes in the Kashmir valley witness an increase during the winter months. The cold weather exerts a notable impact on cardiovascular health, leading to a surge in
As the festive season of Christmas and New Year approaches, Kashmir’s tourism sector is gearing up to welcome visitors. However, while Gulmarg continues to dominate as the preferred choice for New Year
Road accidents have emerged as a grave public health and safety issue in Jammu and Kashmir, claiming 9,070 lives and causing grievous injuries to 28,230 individuals between 2013 and 2022. This necessitates
The harsh winter months in Kashmir have always tested the resilience of its residents and infrastructure. With its sub-zero temperatures, snow falls and accompanying challenges, this season poses risks to daily life
Corruption remains a major impediment to progress and accountability in societies worldwide. In Jammu and Kashmir, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has been at the forefront of tackling this issue. Over the last
The tragic incident at Rajbagh in Srinagar, where a five-year-old girl was thrown off the bridge by her aunt, has sent shockwaves through the community. This heart-wrenching event underscores the need to
The Srinagar Traffic Police has recently issued a directive that auto rickshaw operators in the city must install fare meters by December 10 or face strict legal action. This decision comes as
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