Population, a big resource
India is a vast country. Its population is approximately 1.476 billion people as of 2026, making it the most populous country in the world. The population is growing at a rate of 0.87% per year, with a median age of 29.2 years. The country has a population density of 497 people per square kilometres. […]
Growing a Greener Future
Mohammad Hanief The environmental challenges of the 21st century demand a fundamental rethinking of development and sustainability. The earlier Green Revolution transformed agriculture and ensured food security, but the present crisis is far more complex and urgent. Climate change, rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and widespread ecological degradation have placed humanity at a critical juncture. In […]
Book Review: Zindagi Ka Bazar by Dr Riyaz Tawhidi Kashmiri
Rayees Ahmad Kumar Among the writers from Kashmir valley who have rendered selfless services to literature earning not only recognition for themselves but also carving a distinct identity in the world of Urdu literature, the name of Dr. Riyaz Tawhidi deserves to be written in golden letters. Born in Wadi Pora, Handwara, in the border […]
CM unveils Jammu Marathon Expo at Gandhi Nagar
Says our endeavour is to integrate wellness, sports events in our tourism packages JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Thursday inaugurated the Jammu Marathon–2026 Expo at Dussehra Ground, Gandhi Nagar. The Chief Minister formally opened the exposition by cutting a ceremonial ribbon, followed by the launch of a signature campaign. The expo marks the final phase […]
CS reviews implementation of key reforms to revamp healthcare in J&K
JAMMU: A high-level meeting was chaired by Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo to take assessment of the steps taken by the Department of Health & Medical Education (H&ME) as part of an ongoing and sustained process to chart a comprehensive and transformative roadmap for healthcare reforms as recommended from time to time by NITI Aayog. The […]
Lt Guv pays obeisance at the Holy Bawe Wali Mata Temple
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday paid obeisance at the Holy Bawe Wali Mata Temple in Jammu. He prayed for peace and prosperity of J&K UT and well-being of one and all, a Lok Bhawan spokesman said here.
Delegation, sportsperson call on Lt Guv
JAMMU: A delegation of J&K High Court Bar Association Jammu led by its General Secretary Adv. Pardeep Majotra called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Thursday, a Lok Bhawan spokesman said Thursday. Later, he said that Rakesh Kumar, National-level Powerlifter also called on Lieutenant Governor. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated Rakesh Kumar for his stellar performance […]
J&K State Election Commission initiates Panchayat Electoral Roll Revision
JAMMU: The State Election Commission, Jammu and Kashmir, has announced the annual revision of the Panchayat Electoral Roll, with April 1, 2026, as the qualifying date. As per Sub Rule 4 of Rule 4 of the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Rules, 1996, the electoral roll will be prepared in accordance with the provisions of […]
Property of man involved in anti-national activities attached in Sopore
Srinagar: The property of a proclaimed offender involved in anti-national activities was attached on Thursday in Baramulla district north Kashmir, according to police. As part of ongoing efforts against the terror ecosystem, police in the Sopore area attached an immovable property belonging to an absconding suspect linked to an Egress and Internal Movement (Control) Ordinance […]
Div Com reviews preventive measures against bird hazard around Jammu Airport
JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar chaired a meeting to review and discuss the measures taken to prevent bird hazards in the vicinity of Jammu Airport. The meeting was attended by Air Officer Commanding, JK & L, AOC Air Force Station Jammu, Director Urban Local Bodies Jammu, Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Commissioner JMC, Member Secretary, J&K […]