Indian cities’ heat action plans must focus on high night-time temperatures: Study
New Delhi: A new analysis has found that heat risk in Indian cities is increasingly being shaped not only by daytime heatwaves but also by night-time heatwaves and compound heatwaves, which occur when a daytime heatwave is followed by a night-time heatwave. This is significant because current Heat Action Plans (HAPs) and urban climate policies […]
Northern Railway adds 40 runs of Delhi–Katra special train for summer rush
Jammu: Amid an anticipated surge in pilgrim traffic during the summer vacation period, the Northern Railway’s Jammu Division on Thursday announced 40 additional runs of the special train between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway station, an official said. Jammu Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Uchit Singhal said the extension from April 15 […]
Revival of water bodies
Kashmir’s beauty is incomplete without its water bodies. These water sources are facing significant challenges, with many suffering from encroachment, pollution, and siltation. Notably, the Asian Waterbird Census 2026, conducted across 27 wetlands, highlights efforts to monitor and conserve these ecosystems so that they remain on the map and help to enrich the biodiversity of […]
Understanding Autism
Shoiab Mohmmad Bhat Every year on 2 April, people around the world observe World Autism Awareness Day. This special day encourages us to understand autism better and to create a society where everyone feels accepted, valued, and respected. It is not just about spreading information; it is also about building compassion, empathy, and inclusion for […]
Raising mentally strong kids for a challenging World
Mohammad Hanief In a world that is increasingly fast-paced, competitive, and unpredictable, raising mentally strong children has become one of the most pressing priorities for parents and educators alike. While academic success and talent development continue to receive significant attention, there is a growing recognition that mental resilience is what ultimately determines how children […]
CS directs departments to fast-track pending reforms under D-BRAP 2025
JAMMU: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, Thursday convened a meeting to assess the progress achieved under the District Business Reforms Action Plan (D-BRAP)-2025 across various districts and departments of Jammu and Kashmir. The reforms are being implemented under the guidance of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The meeting, coordinated by the […]
Budget Session: 527 Stone Crushers operational in J&K: DY CM
Says Govt vows to balance growth with environmental protection JAMMU: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary Thursday informed that 527 stone crusher units are operational in Jammu and Kashmir following due process, with development works unaffected by the non-functional units. The Deputy Chief Minister stated this while replying to a Calling Attention Notice moved by Legislator […]
Calling Attention Motion
HUDD embraces digital processes for seamless building permissions: Sakeena Itoo Says new portal fully functional; receives 11 applications JAMMU: The government Thursday informed that significant governance reforms with automated scrutiny and end-to-end digital processing has been embraced by the Housing and Urban Development department (HUDD) under Business Reform Action Plan (BRAP) and Ease of Doing […]
Calling Attention Motion: Dardpora WSS nears completion, JJM to benefit 2,165 households: Javed Rana
JAMMU: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, Thursday informed that Water Supply Scheme for village Dardpora has been taken up under the Jal Jeevan Mission at an approved cost of ₹980.19 lakh. The Minister said that the scheme, covering 2165 households, is presently under execution with approximately […]