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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Editorial- Page 29

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

Strong Statement

The Legends League Cricket (LLC) bringing 124 legendary cricketers to the Kashmir Valley for its final leg from October 9 to 16 at the Bakshi Stadium is a major event for the
Sep. 21, 2024

Electoral Milestone

The stage is set for the holding of legislative assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir—the first since the abrogation of Article 370 on 5 August 2019, which revoked the erstwhile state’s special
Sep. 18, 2024
An inside view of Nishat Bagh (garden) during autumn at Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India

Autumn Tourism

As the summer tourism season draws to a close in the Kashmir valley, stakeholders should now focus on boosting footfall in the coming autumn months. Preparing for this period requires a comprehensive
Sep. 16, 2024
ferris wheel at night
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Digital Isolation

As the world moves towards embracing 5G technology, several rural areas of J&K are still grappling with the challenges of ensuring full 4G coverage. The slow pace of progress in 4G saturation,
Sep. 14, 2024

Tourism Management

The government has taken yet another welcome step as part of its efforts to boost off-beat tourist destinations and promote the handicrafts sector in Jammu and Kashmir. In this regard, Chief Secretary Atal
Sep. 12, 2024

Mpox Alarm

The recent confirmation of an isolated case of Mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) involving the West African clade 2 in India has drawn attention to the need for effective public health measures.
Sep. 11, 2024

Catch the Rain

The Ministry of Jal Shakti had launched the Jal Shakti Abhiyan (JSA) in 2019 to address India’s escalating water crisis, targeting 1,592 blocks out of 2,836 across 256 water-stressed districts. This initiative
Sep. 7, 2024

Hailstorm Devastation

A severe hailstorm and accompanying stormy winds have wreaked havoc on the livelihoods of numerous fruit growers. On 2 September 2024, districts Shopian and Kulgam were particularly hard-hit by these natural calamities,
Sep. 5, 2024

Kashmir Marathon

The upcoming Kashmir Marathon, scheduled to be held on October 20 next month, is expected to become a landmark event. The marathon, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department, has already
Sep. 4, 2024
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Revamping Revenue Systems

The modernisation and updating of revenue records in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is a crucial task. The revenue department’s records are the backbone of the administration. First and foremost,
Sep. 3, 2024
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