Winter Rewritten: Kashmir Records Warmest February in History
Average maximum temperatures shatter decades-old records across plains and hills, signalling a striking climate shift Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: Kashmir has witnessed a historic climate event, recording its warmest February ever since meteorological observations began in the Valley. From the plains to the higher reaches, every major weather station registered its highest average maximum temperature […]
Mental health problem deserve empathy and understanding
Robin Bailey Some mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression and ADHD, have become more accepted in society. People can now talk about them at work, at home and online and often be met with understanding. This change matters. It makes it easier to ask for help and harder for employers and institutions to pretend […]
Fading colors, fraying relationships
Dr. Satyawan Saurabh Holi has been a festival in Indian society that wasn’t limited to colors alone. It was an opportunity to bridge the distance between people, wash away years of bitterness, and infuse new freshness into relationships. With the arrival of the month of Phalgun, a unique spirit permeated the atmosphere. The scent of […]
Lesson from Lucknow’s NEET-Pressure Tragedy
Dr. Reyaz Ahmad Lucknow is still trying to process a brutal family tragedy that, by early accounts, began with something painfully familiar in Indian homes: a dispute about a child’s future. Police say a young son allegedly shot his father during an argument linked to pressure around the NEET medical entrance pathway, and the case […]
CM announces ₹2 Crore reward for players, support staff
Chief Minister joins celebrations as J&K triumphs on the big stage HUBBALLI (KARNATAKA): In a moment that will be etched in the sporting history of Jammu and Kashmir, the J&K cricket team lifted their maiden Ranji Trophy title, prompting Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to announce a ₹2 crore cash reward for the players and support […]
JK’s Ranji win : ‘Moment of immense pride and joy for people’: Farooq Abdullah
Srinagar: National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah Saturday heaped praises on the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for its maiden triumph in the Ranji Trophy finals by defeating the star-studded Karnataka team. Abdullah described the victory as a moment of immense pride and joy for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The team’s remarkable performance […]
Deputy Chief Minister calls for strict monitoring, quality execution of projects
Takes zone-wise review of PWD; discourages fresh tendering, subletting works, abnormally low bidding practices JAMMU: Reiterating government’s zero-tolerance policy against quality compromise, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary Saturday cautioned of strict action against the use of substandard material or poor execution of works under the Public Works Department (PWD) across Jammu and Kashmir. Chairing a […]
IYC president’s father hails bail order, thanks judiciary
Jammu: The father of Indian Youth Congress (IYC) president Uday Bhanu Chib on Saturday thanked the judiciary for granting bail to his son, saying that faith in the justice delivery system had been upheld. A Delhi court on Saturday granted bail to Chib, who was arrested in connection with a protest at the India AI […]
Railways allow trans-shipment at specific locations for faster parcel delivery across Jammu division
Jammu: In a significant decision to make parcel services across Jammu more efficient, transparent, and customer-centric, the Railway board has authorised trans-shipment at identified stations and designated locations for dedicated parcel trains as well as leased parcel vans, an official said on Saturday. The move will reduce the time taken for parcels to reach their […]
Sakeena Itoo virtually participates in nationwide launch of HPV vaccination campaign
KULGAM: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo Saturday virtually participated in the launch of nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination campaign for 14-year-old girls The campaign was launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today from Ajmer, Rajasthan, marking a historic milestone in India’s fight against cervical cancer. Speaking on […]