The recurring challenge of man–animal conflict in Jammu and Kashmir continues to test both communities and conservation authorities. The recent account of measures taken around Dachigam National Park illustrates the...

The rising number of fire incidents across Jammu and Kashmir is a stark reminder of how vulnerable communities remain to sudden disasters, and how fragile the safety net is for...

Tourism has long been seen as a lifeline for regions rich in natural beauty, culture and heritage. Yet, the tendency to equate development with singular attractions; such as cable cars,...

The government’s renewed push to update Recruitment Rules across departments in Jammu and Kashmir signals more than just bureaucratic housekeeping; it is an action plan with profound implications for governance,...

The stark figures emerging from Jammu and Kashmir’s higher education sector paint a troubling picture of systemic neglect. With nearly 40 per cent of sanctioned teaching posts lying vacant across...

Jammu and Kashmir Government’s decision to constitute a Technical Appraisal Committee (TAC) for the proposed “Classroom Digital Board” project marks a step in reimagining the education system of the Union...

The rapid expansion of mobile phone bans in schools across the globe is more than a policy trend—it is a reflection of a deepening unease about the digital environment shaping...

The issue of recruitment in Jammu and Kashmir has long been a matter of concern, both for governance and for the thousands of aspirants who wait anxiously for opportunities. With...

The recent ruling against routine re-testing of narcotic samples under the NDPS Act is a powerful reminder that justice must not be compromised by shortcuts or mechanical procedures. By refusing...

The amendments to the Unified Building Bye-Laws (UBBL) 2021 in Jammu and Kashmir mark a shift in regulating urban growth. By merging land-use subcategories into four broad primary uses, rationalizing...