Drug abuse is among J&K’s gravest challenges: Lt Guv
Says drug smugglers’ assets will be seized, ringleaders prosecuted, and punishment will be delivered swiftly JAMMU: Spearheading a decisive battle against the drug menace, the Lieutenant Governor on Saturday said that drug abuse is among J&K’s gravest challenges and we stand firm in our commitment to confront drug abuse and emerge victorious. Launching a […]
Wular Lake Conservation restores 5 Sq Km Area
1.31 Lakh trees also removed JAMMU: Conservation efforts at north Kashmir’s Wular Lake, one of Asia’s largest freshwater lakes and a crucial Ramsar site, have restored around five sq km of critically silted area and involved the phased removal of 1.31 lakh willow trees as part of a scientific plan to revive the wetland’s […]
CM congratulates SKUAST-K on breakthrough in Morel Mushroom research
SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) for achieving a significant scientific breakthrough in the research and advancement of Morel (Gucchi) mushrooms. The Chief Minister, who is also Pro-Chancellor of the university, lauded the university’s remarkable accomplishment, stating that the breakthrough […]
Tornado hits Jammu’s Akhnoor area, triggers panic among locals
Jammu: In an unprecedented weather occurrence, a tornado was reported in Jammu’s Akhnoor area on Saturday evening, leaving residents startled and anxious. Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director of the J-K Meteorological Department, confirmed that the rare phenomenon lasted for about 10 minutes in an open field. Local police officials reported no damage from the event. Panic […]
Gap between rich and poor nations growing even wider: UN Report
United Nations: The gap between rich and poor nations is growing even wider as actions agreed to by many countries last year, including overhauling the major global financial institutions, remain unfulfilled promises, a UN report concluded. The report assessing the blueprint adopted in Seville, Spain, last June to narrow the gap and achieve UN development […]
India at 7.4%, J&K Growth Steady at 5.82%: Economic Survey 2025–26
Survey flags slight moderation in J&K growth Highlights strong economic base and need for sectoral balance Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: India is set to maintain its strong growth momentum in 2025–26, with the economy projected to expand by 7.4 percent, while Jammu and Kashmir is expected to record a steady growth of 5.82 percent, reflecting […]
National Safe Motherhood Day
Rakshanda Gul As we spread awareness on this day about the importance of proper health care and nutrition for pregnant women and mothers, we also remember the sacrifices and responsibilities carried by women throughout their lives. National Safe Motherhood Day reminds us that motherhood means giving birth and also continuing care, patience, and strength. It […]
A Piece of a Magnet Is Also a Magnet
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad There is a simple scientific truth that carries a powerful social lesson: a piece of a magnet is also a magnet. Break a magnet into smaller parts, and each part still carries the same magnetic property. Human society often works in much the same way. Every individual is, in some measure, […]
Slopaganda Wars: AI‑generated noise
Mark Alfano, Michał Klincewicz In early March, a week after the first US-Israeli strikes on Iran, the White House posted a video of real American attacks mixed with clips from popular movies, television series, video games and anime. Iran and its sympathisers responded to the strikes by flooding social media with outdated war footage allegedly […]
Div Com chairs MDC Meeting on Traffic Management
Emphasizes on effective decongestion measures SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, Saturday chaired a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee (MDC) on Traffic Management to review ongoing initiatives and assess measures for streamlining traffic flow and reducing congestion across Srinagar. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, Chief Executive Officer, Srinagar Smart City […]