Editorial- Page 33

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

Time for Action

World Hepatitis Day, which is observed on July 28, serves as a grim reminder of the devastating impact of viral hepatitis on global health. Jammu and Kashmir, like the rest of the
Aug. 1, 2024

Cinematic Extravaganza

The upcoming J&K Film Conclave, set to take place on August 1 in Srinagar, promises to be a cinematic extravaganza that will present Kashmir’s potential as a burgeoning hub for film production.
Jul. 31, 2024
solar panels on snow with windmill under clear day sky
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com

Sustainable Energy

The Administrative Council’s decision to solarize all government buildings in Jammu & Kashmir is a step in the right direction. By approving the installation of Grid-Tied Rooftop solar power systems with an
Jul. 30, 2024

Fiscal Stability

The budget for Jammu & Kashmir for the fiscal year 2024-25 was tabled in the Parliament on Tuesday. This budget aims to address the unique economic and infrastructural challenges faced by Jammu
Jul. 25, 2024
unrecognizable hacker with smartphone typing on laptop at desk
Photo by Sora Shimazaki on Pexels.com

Surge in Cybercrime

Between January and April 2024, Indian citizens lost over Rs 1,750 crore due to cybercriminal activities. This was reported through more than 740,000 complaints lodged on the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal. The
Jul. 24, 2024

Water Conservation

As temperatures rise in the Kashmir Valley, the demand for water has surged, leading to shortages, especially in parts of Srinagar City. In light of this situation, the Jal Shakti Department has
Jul. 23, 2024

India’s Future

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired the 7th Apex Level Meeting of the Narco-Coordination Center (NCORD) at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, where he launched the National Narcotics Helpline ‘MANAS’ (Madak Padarth Nishedh
Jul. 20, 2024

Health Risks

Pictorial warnings on tobacco products are an essential public health measure. They serve as a constant and stark reminder of the harmful effects of smoking, such as cancer, heart disease and respiratory
Jul. 19, 2024

Speculative Storage

A significant portion of Kashmir’s apple produce has reportedly languished in cold storage units for an unusually extended period due to ‘low demand’. Nearly 10 months have passed since these apples were
Jul. 18, 2024

Resurgence of Tradition

For the second consecutive year, thousands of Shia Muslim mourners took to the streets of Srinagar on Monday for the eighth Muharram procession along the traditional route from Guru Bazar to Dalgate
Jul. 16, 2024
1 31 32 33 34 35 69