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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

Silent Stigma

The rising number of HIV/AIDS cases in Jammu and Kashmir is a growing concern that demands urgent intervention. With 6,995 individuals testing positive since 1998 and 1,569 reported deaths as of October
Dec. 5, 2024
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Winter Challenges

Heavy snowfall, extreme cold and the resulting disruptions impact daily life and infrastructure during the winter months in Kashmir valley. One of the most critical disruptions is the frequent closure of the
Dec. 3, 2024

Game Changers

Four cricketers from Jammu and Kashmir—Rasikh Salam, Abdul Samad, Umran Malik and Yudhvir Singh—have secured contracts during the IPL 2025 auction. Rasikh Salam’s rise to prominence has been nothing short of inspirational.
Nov. 28, 2024

Alarming Trend

Head and neck cancers (HNC) have emerged as a growing public health concern in Kashmir, with Srinagar and Anantnag districts reporting the highest number of cases. According to experts, this alarming trend
Nov. 26, 2024
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Pilgrim Plunge

Once a vibrant tradition with demand exceeding the allocated quotas by thousands, the Hajj pilgrimage now experiences a sharp decline in participation. For 2025, applications have dropped to 3,602 from over 35,000
Nov. 23, 2024

Connectivity & Development

The announcement of the direct train from Delhi to Kashmir, scheduled to begin service in January 2025, is a major development in India’s infrastructure development. The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project that
Nov. 21, 2024

Ecological Recovery

The Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee (JKPCC) has reported to the National Green Tribunal (NGT) about the challenges in restoring the ecological balance of Tosamaidan meadow in central Kashmir’s Budgam district.
Nov. 20, 2024

Collective Responsibility

A tragic road mishap at Tengpora bypass last week claimed the lives of two minors, while another accident at Lawaypora resulted in the death of a 15-year-old boy. Such cases are not
Nov. 19, 2024
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Sensitive Transactions

The rapid adoption of digital technology in India has brought many conveniences, but it has also ushered in several cybersecurity challenges. In Ganderbal district, the Cyber Cell of the J&K Police has
Nov. 16, 2024

Habitat Conservation

The Himalayan brown bear, an endangered subspecies found in the mountainous regions of Kashmir, is reported to be under threat due to human activities, particularly in areas like Sonamarg. This once pristine
Nov. 14, 2024
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