Respect and Honor from others are fragile
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Respect and honour are two of the most valuable currencies in human life. They are not bought, inherited, or imposed—they are earned gradually, through consistent conduct, honesty, and character. Yet, despite years of careful cultivation, they remain fragile. A single misstep, a careless word, or one unethical act can shatter the […]
Cry for Help
By: Er Navaid Ahmed The remote valley of Pogal–Paristan, nestled in the mountains of Ramban district, is one of Jammu & Kashmir’s most beautiful but also most vulnerable regions. Known for its lush meadows, gushing streams, and hospitable people, Pogal–Paristan is today grappling with tragedy. Torrential rains, flash floods, and landslides have left behind scenes […]
When water reclaims its right
By: Dr Aftab jan The devastating flood of 2014 still lives in the memory of every Kashmiri, a disaster that did not simply arrive with water but with pain, destruction, and humiliation that no one can forget. In that year, the Jhelum overflowed its banks, canals burst, and Srinagar along with many districts turned into […]
Man drowns in river Jhelum at Bandipora, another rescued
Bandipora: A man drowned in river Jhelum while another one was rescued near Nichyari area of Baniyari in north Kashmir’s Bandipora district on Saturday, officials said. They said that the duo was extracting sand from the river when the incident occurred. Following the incident, police and rescue teams rushed to the spot and launched a […]
DC Budgam chairs meeting on relief & restoration measures in flood-affected areas
Stresses on transparent reporting, coordinated response, long-term flood resilience in District BUDGAM: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat convened a review meeting at the DC Office Meeting Hall to take stock of restoration measures and departmental response in the wake of the recent floods. The meeting was attended by SE Hydraulic with […]
DC Bandipora visits flood vulnerable sites of Sumbal subdivision
BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, on Saturday visited Sub-Division Sumbal to review the situation caused by rising water levels in Wullar Lake. During the visit, the DC assessed the impact of rising waters on habitations and essential infrastructure. She interacted with locals and took firsthand feedback on the situation. On the […]
Poaching of birds: Four held as wildlife deptt acts against hunters in Shallabugh wetland
Srinagar: The Wildlife Department on Friday evening arrested four persons in the Shallabugh Wetland Conservation Reserve, who had ventured into the area with the purpose of hunting water birds. According to a statement issued here, the operation took place around 6:30 PM on September 5, when a patrolling party of the Shallabugh Range, headed by […]
Jhelum water level rises in Uri, authorities issue flood advisory
Movement near river banned, residents in low-lying areas put on high alert Baramulla: Authorities in Baramulla’s Uri on Saturday issued an urgent public advisory after a significant rise in the water level of the Jhelum river, urging people to remain cautious. The river, officials said is currently flowing at around 630 Cumecs and is expected […]