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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Editorial- Page 37

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

Textbooks Shortage

The New Education Policy (NEP) was introduced with an aim to transform the educational system in the country. In this regard, the J&K Board of School Education (BOSE) is supposed to prepare
Apr. 17, 2024

Market Checking

The Legal Metrology Department (LMD) has realised a whopping amount of Rs 4.22 Crores as penalty during the previous financial year 2023-24. One of the primary functions of the Legal Metrology Department
Apr. 16, 2024
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Regulating Mutton Prices

The conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan and Eid festivities in Kashmir has brought to light a pressing issue that has been plaguing residents for far too long: the exorbitant prices
Apr. 13, 2024

Strict Implementation

Due to the rising occurrences of human-animal conflicts, the wildlife department has released an advisory, urging individuals to adhere to its guidelines. To effectively address the increasing incidents of man-animal conflict and
Apr. 9, 2024

Fee Regulation

The education sector is once again grappling with a concerning issue: the practice of charging admission fees in schools and hiking fees without approval from the authorities. This unethical practice has drawn
Apr. 6, 2024

Road Rage

Preventing road accidents is a critical endeavor that requires joint efforts from government agencies, law enforcement, road users and community organisations. Over the past five years, J&K has witnessed a total of
Apr. 4, 2024

Watermelon Controversy

Despite clearance from the Food Safety Department, watermelon sales have plummeted during the ongoing fasting month of Ramadan. Amidst the traditions of fasting in the Kashmir valley, the consumption of watermelons has
Apr. 3, 2024
Migratory birds fly over wetland Hokersar, 16 kms north of Srinagar November 19, 2013.

Avian Diversity

Jammu and Kashmir has always remained a haven for avian enthusiasts and ornithologists. The recent study published in Indian Birds, a journal of South Asian Ornithology has reported a significant surge in
Mar. 30, 2024

Worrisome Surge

Srinagar city has been witnessing a worrisome surge in fire incidents in recent months. The increase in fire incidents has primarily been attributed to electric short circuits and LPG leakage. According to
Mar. 28, 2024
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Beyond Tulips

As the temperatures are about to soar in other parts of the country, Kashmir valley emerges as a haven for tourists seeking joyous holidays in the cool spring months. Historically, the onset
Mar. 26, 2024
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