Kashmir witnessing one major flood every six years on an average: Govt
Jammu: Kashmir is prone to floods and it is witnessing one notable flood one in six years on an average while steps have been taken to increase the carrying capacity of Jhelum. Replying to a MLA question of Farooq Ahmad Shah, Minister for Jal Shakti said that Kashmir valley is prone to flood since ages. […]
Sacrificing Learning for Convenience
By: Nasrullah Shaffaq As a father, educator, and advocate for child development, I have spent years observing the impact of digital technology on students. Parents today fight an uphill battle to limit screen time at home, yet the moment their children step into a classroom, they are surrounded by glowing screens—iPads in nursery school, online […]
Have We Forgotten the Essence of Ramadan?
By: Peer Mohammad Amir Qureshi Ramadan is a month of divine mercy, the crown jewel of all months, when the heavens seem to draw closer to the earth. Not long ago, its arrival would bring a palpable shift in the air—a blend of joy and reverence, hope and self-accountability. The mere mention of its approach […]
Save the Planet: Let’s make it green
By: Mohammad Hanief Planting trees is a fundamental and effective way to combat climate change, restore ecosystems and enhance biodiversity. Trees play a crucial role in mitigating the impacts of climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through photosynthesis, thus helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and stabilize the climate. Additionally, trees provide […]
DC Srinagar reviews implementation of COTPA
Directs strict enforcement of the Act around all City Colleges, Schools as part of (ToFFEI) initiative SRINAGAR: To review the implementation and enforcement of Cigarette and Other Tobacco Product Act (COPTA) in the District, a meeting of District Level Coordination Committee (DLCC) was today held under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr. […]
