Sports must be harnessed as a force for social transformation: Lt Guv
Attends Chintan Shivir on Sports SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that sports must be harnessed as a force for social transformation. Addressing the national ‘Chintan Shivir’ on Sports at Srinagar, Sinha said that sports must become woven into everyday life, extending beyond stadiums and competitions to thrive in neighbourhoods, streets, and […]
Kashmir’s paddy fields shrink as farmers abandon staple crop
Declining acreage, erratic weather and urbanisation reshape Valley’s agrarian landscape Growers warn “paddy is no longer sustainable” Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: The vast stretches of paddy fields that once formed the backbone of Kashmir’s rural economy are steadily shrinking, with both official data and ground reports indicating a sustained decline in rice cultivation across the […]
The Myth of Overnight Success: What We Refuse to See
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad In an age dominated by social media highlights and viral fame, success has been dangerously simplified into a moment—an award, a breakthrough, a sudden rise. We scroll through curated feeds and assume that achievement is instantaneous, almost accidental. But this perception is not just misleading; it is fundamentally flawed. What we often […]
Overburdened Teachers in Kashmir
Mudasser Wani The debate on education in Kashmir often centers on outcomes, board results, dropout rates or infrastructure gaps. Yet beneath these visible indicators lies a deeper structural problem that continues to erode the foundation of the system. The persistent neglect of teachers as professionals and the routine assignment of responsibilities far removed from their […]
Is lighter sleep a normal part of ageing – or is it something serious?
Elena Urrestarazu Bolumburu As you get older, it’s normal to notice changes in your sleep. These can include fewer hours of shuteye, waking up more during the night, and finding it harder to drop off. However, despite the general view that older people tend to need less sleep, scientific evidence suggests that this change isn’t […]
CM Omar Abdullah approves ₹9.60 cr multi-level car parking project for Ganderbal
Project to ease traffic congestion and strengthen urban infrastructure JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has accorded administrative approval for the construction of a Multi-Level Car Parking facility at Ganderbal at an estimated cost of ₹9.60 crore. The project is aimed at addressing increasing traffic congestion and enhancing urban infrastructure in the fast-growing town. The approval […]
Div Com reviews preparations for Mega NMBA Pad Yatra in Srinagar
Calls for widespread Public Participation in Rally to combat Drug Menace SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg chaired a high-level meeting to review arrangements for the upcoming Mega Nasha Mukt Pad Yatra, scheduled to be held on May 3 in Srinagar. The event will be flagged off by Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha. The meeting was […]
J&K integrates 17,500 Migrant Ration Cards into NFSA: Principal Secretary DDMRR&R
JAMMU: Principal Secretary, Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction, Chandrakar Bharti, Saturday convened a meeting to review implementation of the ration distribution in terms of the Special Relief Ration Scheme for Kashmiri/Jammu Migrants and extension of benefits of social sector schemes to the eligible migrants. The meeting was attended by Saurabh Bhagat, Commissioner […]
Newly constructed Science Block at GDC Women Baramulla inaugurated by Sakina Itoo
Lays foundation stones for Drug De-Addiction Centre 100- Bedded Girls Hostel, ST-PG Hostel BARAMULLA: Minister for Health & Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo Saturday visited Baramulla and laid foundation stone of various important projects and also inaugurated key college building of Government Degree College (Women) Baramulla. The Minister was accompanied by MLA […]
Rana reviews development works at Bhaderwah
Emphasizes transparency, timely execution of projects BHADERWAH: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana Saturday chaired a comprehensive review meeting at Dak Bungalow, Bhaderwah, to assess the status and progress of ongoing developmental works across departments in the sub-division. During the meeting, the Minister laid strong emphasis on […]