The latest observations from the supreme court have once again drawn attention to the troubling reality of prosecutions under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Data presented in court shows...

The surfacing of a large-scale loan fraud in Bandipora district is not merely a financial scandal; it is a brutal reminder of how systemic vulnerabilities can be weaponized against the...

The fight against narcotics in Kashmir has evolved into one of the most decisive battles for the Valley’s future. Substance abuse among youth has reached alarming levels, tearing apart families...

Cancer in Kashmir is not a solitary affliction but a continuum, a relentless shadow that often returns in the form of second malignancies. The recent five-year analysis of dual primary...

Kashmir’s horticulture sector, worth nearly Rs 10,000 crore annually, continues to stand exposed to the vagaries of nature without any formal insurance cover. The recent hail storms that swept across...

The establishment of a Security Operations Centre in Jammu and Kashmir is not only a step forward but also part of a larger global narrative. Across the world, governments and...

The medical entrance examination, meant to be the most sacred gateway to the nation’s healing profession, now stands tainted by allegations that strike at the very heart of trust. What...

The fragile snowpack across the Himalayas this winter has once again exposed the delicate balance between climate variability and water security in Kashmir. Though precipitation in March and April has...

Holistic Agriculture Development Programme has emerged as a structural intervention in the rural economy of Jammu and Kashmir. It has established more than one lakh units across all districts, reaching...

The announcement of new allocations for rural road projects in Jammu and Kashmir is not just about infrastructure; it is about rewriting the geography of opportunity. With projects worth thousands...