SC dismisses PIL seeking independent audit of source code of EVMs

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a PIL seeking an independent audit of source code of the electronic voting machines (EVMs) used by the Election Commission, saying no “actionable material” was placed to indicate that the poll panel was in breach of its “constitutional mandate”. Observing that it will not venture […]
Cough sounds analysed for assessing Covid severity in patients in a new study

New Delhi: A cough analysis could soon reveal disease severity in COVID-19 patients, researchers said. Differences in cough sounds depending on the severity of the respiratory condition were observed, the research team led by the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC), Barcelona, Spain, said. The results indicated that analysing coughs could help categorise Covid patients […]
Patient safety needs to be ensured

By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon In a startling turn of events, Srinagar’s revered Government hospital, Lal Ded Hospital, has been thrust into the spotlight due to a distressing incident that has sent shockwaves throughout the community. For three consecutive days, an impostor posing as a doctor had unfettered access to the hospital’s labor room, prompting critical […]
Depression: The silent killer
By: Tanveer Mian Depression is a mental health condition characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities. It affects millions of people worldwide and can have a significant impact on their daily lives. In the article, we can explore the causes, symptoms, and available treatment options for depression. We […]
AAYA workers can help uplift education sector
By: Ghulam Hassan Bhat Attaining one important goal of SDG’s, educational scenario across the India is now touching new heights. Under NEP-2020 a wave of change is ubiquitous and reflexive and heutagogy model of teaching is taking place replacing monologue system of education. UT of J&K is also achieving higher rungs under the Lieutenant Governor […]
District Tourism Development Council to be established at Ganderbal

DC discusses district tourism master plan
GANDERBAL: To transform district Ganderbal into a world-class tourist destination, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir Friday chaired a meeting to discuss the modalities for establishing District Tourism Development Council. At the outset, the meeting held a detailed discussion on requirements for creating a comprehensive district tourism policy to harness the district’s potential as a […]
Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) arrangements reviewed, finalised at Anantnag
ANANTNAG: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, SF Hamid Friday chaired a meeting of officers to finalize the arrangements for the smooth celebration of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) in the district. The DC stressed upon the officers for providing all the requisite facilities to the devotees visiting Khiram dargah Shareef Kabamarg, Reshmool, Aishmuqam, Seer Hamdan and other shrines, […]
DC B’la flaggs-off Shanti Yatra from GHS Deewanbagh
Yatra aims to popularize teachings of Mahatma Gandhi
BARAMULLA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Dr Syed Sehrish Asgar Friday flagged-off the Shanti Yatra-2023 from Government Boys High School Deewanbagh here by lighting a Peace Torch in commemoration of 153rd Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The Shanti Yatra was organized by the Education Department Baramulla. School children and other concerned stakeholders took part in […]