Health ministry proposes mandatory ‘non-skippable’ anti-tobacco spots on OTT platforms
New Delhi: The Union health ministry has proposed mandatory display of “non-skippable” anti-tobacco health spots of at least 30 seconds and audio-visual disclaimer on ill-effects of tobacco use for 20 seconds on OTT platforms as soon as one starts streaming them. The ministry recently released draft amendments for anti-tobacco rules for over-the-top (OTT) platforms. According […]
Digital technology: To be or not to be
By: Mohammad Hanief Nowadays, it is uncommon to come across an electronic gadget or piece of equipment that doesn’t use digital technology in some capacity. Recall a time when communication required sending pigeons or letters, which took days or weeks. Thanks to digital technology, the world has become smaller, and it is now simple to […]
Open Conversations Can Prevent Suicides
By: Dr. Vinay Aggarwal Suicide is a silent crisis that affects millions worldwide, yet it remains shrouded in stigma, often whispered about in hushed tones or ignored altogether. The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day from 2024 to 2026, “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”, with the call to action “Start the Conversation”, is both a […]
Microplastics puts humanity on notice
By: Karen Raubenheimer It’s been 20 years since a paper in the journal Science showed the environmental accumulation of tiny plastic fragments and fibres. It named the particles “microplastics”. The paper opened an entire research field. Since then, more than 7,000 published studies have shown the prevalence of microplastics in the environment, in wildlife and […]
JKJA organizes workshop on “Arbitration & Conciliation Act, Commercial courts Act”
SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Judicial Academy (JKJA) organised two day workshop on “Arbitration & Conciliation Act and Commercial courts Act” under the patronage of Acting Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron in Chief , J&K Judicial Academy), Tashi Rabstan and guidance of chairperson and members of Governing Committee for J&K […]
Assembly Elections-2024: Mega Mushaira under SVEEP held at GCOE Srinagar
SRINAGAR: A grand Mushaira under Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) Campaign was organized at Auditorium of Government College of Education (GCOE), M.A. Road here. The event, aimed at promoting the importance of voting and democracy, was organized by the Nodal Principal of Kashmir Division Colleges and Returning Officer of Lal Chowk constituency. Election […]
