Scarcity of portable water
As the World Water Day is celebrated all over on March 22, in Kashmir this day comes with a grave reminder of shrinking water bodies and melting glaciers. While these are climate related issues, the ground reality is that the government too has not been able to ensure portable water to all the citizenry. Though […]
Help the needy
The first Ashra of the holy month of Ramzan is over and we have entered the second Ashra. As all the Muslims know that first Ashra is of Rehmat (Allah’s mercy), the second Ashra is Magfirat (Allah’s forgiveness) and the last Ashra is of Azadi (emancipation from the fire). This is the month of fasting […]
What ails health sector?
During a recent meeting with the senior officials of health department and the principals of Government Medical Colleges, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha directed all the stakeholders to focus on the goal of ‘Health for All’ and ensure efficient, effective and equitable healthcare services. He directed the officials to conduct an analysis of the facilities extended […]
Environment and ecology
Kashmir has once again emerged as a favourite destination on the tourism map of the country and as the winter comes to an end, people are hopeful of witnessing a huge increase in tourist footfall and are genuinely thrilled. The peaceful atmosphere that has been prevailing here from past few years has send a clear […]
Ugly power scenario
Reports pouring in from length and breadth of Kashmir Valley suggest that people are suffering as for as the electric power supply is concerned. As the month of Ramzan has already started, people were expecting some betterment in the power scenario particularly during Sehri and Iftaar. However, no such relief seems coming their way. Though […]
GET INKED
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday announced the poll schedule to elect 543-member Lok Sabha besides for the Assemblies of Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim. The Lok Sabha polls will be held in seven phases spread over 44 days starting April 19 and counting of votes will be taken up on June […]
Tackling narcotics trade
The narcotics trade has emerged as a major challenge in Jammu and Kashmir both for the society as well as the Police administration and requires a comprehensive and sustained effort from both the government and civil society to mitigate its adverse effects on the region. It is a complex issue that has serious social, economic […]
Construction of Shopian bypass
The Union government’s decision to construct Shopian bypass road that connects the district on one side with Pulwama and on the other side with Kulgam has been appreciated by the people of the three districts particularly those affiliated with horticulture sector. Describing the announcement as a big potential boost to the apple industry, the growers […]
Help the needy during Ramzan
Holy month of Ramzan is here as a blessing for all Muslims. While this month of fasting and prayers is Almighty’s gift to the Muslims during which they are bestowed with the mercy to purify their souls, it also teaches the compassion and should make the believers to understand the pains and pangs of the […]
Gender Equality
On International Women’s Day, the global community comes together to recognize the achievements of women and advocate for gender equality. However, in Kashmir, the day gains more importance as during past three decades owing to the conflict and violence, the women have suffered the most. So here, more than the celebrations, the day should remind […]
