80% of marginal farmers in India affected by adverse climatic events: Report
New Delhi: A staggering 80 per cent of marginal farmers in India have suffered crop losses due to adverse climatic events over the past five years, according to a report released on Tuesday. The survey, conducted by the Forum of Enterprises for Equitable Development (FEED) in collaboration with the Development Intelligence Unit (DIU), included 6,615 […]
Rise in unethical acts
By: Rayees Ahmad Kumar Kashmir the paradise on Earth, is not only famous the world over for its enchanting beauty due to sky high mountain peaks, breathtaking landscape, lofty snow capped hills, fresh water streams and pristine lakes but also for being an abode of thousands of God-fearing and revered Saints. The saints and sufis […]
Weather phenomenon baking the eastern US
By: William Gallus Heat domes, like the one sending temperatures soaring from the Midwest to New England and across the eastern U.S. in June 2024, occur when a persistent region of high pressure traps heat over an area. A heat dome can linger for days to weeks, leaving the people, crops and animals below to […]
Less Pain, Faster Recovery
By: Dr Arvind Kulkarni Recent advancements in medical technology have enhanced the field of spinal surgery, leading to the development of minimally invasive spinal decompression and fusion surgery. This has significantly improved the treatment of chronic back pain and other spinal conditions. This innovative surgical approach offers numerous benefits over traditional open surgery, including reduced […]
Prioritize substance over spectacle
Letter to the Editor Dear Sir, The Prime Minister’s call for consensus signals his commitment to honoring the people’s mandate. Now, it’s crucial for the Opposition, particularly the INDIA bloc, to align with the Prime Minister. In the previous Lok Sabha, the government faced minimal opposition due to the disarray among opposing parties. The unity […]
About 350Kms road length to be macadamized during current fiscal year: DC
Reviews action plan for upgradation and macadamization of roads SRINAGAR: In order to review the action plan for upgradation and macadamization of Urban & Rural roads of District Srinagar by different executing agencies, a meeting of concerned Officers was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat Tuesday here at […]
DC B’la reviews arrangements for Muharram-ul-Haraam 2024
Directs officers to ensure availability of all the essential amenities BARAMULLA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa Tuesday convened a meeting of Officers at the DC office here to review and finalize arrangements for the smooth celebration of the upcoming Muharram ul Haraam month in the district. During the meeting, delegations from different areas […]
