Preservation of Kashmiri shawls
By: Mohammad Hanief Valued for its warmth, light weight and characteristic buta design, the Kashmir shawl trade inspired the global cashmere industry. The shawl evolved into its high-grade, sartorial use in the 13th century and was used in the 16th century by Mughal and Iranian emperors, both personally and for honouring members of their durbar. […]
The Basics of Dawah
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon A few days ago, I read an article on digital dawah in one of the leading newspapers, written by a student pursuing a Master’s in Islamic Studies at Kashmir University. The article beautifully described the modern evolution of dawah. While my intention is not to critique, I felt compelled to reflect […]
There is always a way forward
By: Syed Majid Gilani In a world where truth is often trampled, John’s life was turned upside down by a relentless campaign of harassment and manipulation orchestrated by his partner, Mary. Her ultimate goal was to secure a divorce and a hefty alimony, but with a twisted plan: to manipulate John into initiating the divorce. […]
71st Cooperative Week celebration: Cooperative Societies are bedrock of rural development: Javid Dar
‘Advocates strengthening of cooperative movement to benefit local communities’ JAMMU: Minister for Cooperative, Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar, remarked that Cooperative societies are the bedrock of rural development while advocating strengthening of cooperative movement to benefit local communities. The Minister made these remarks while addressing the 71st Cooperative Week […]
Secretary Health reviews establishment of infrastructure for MCCH, GMC Anantnag
SRINAGAR: Secretary Health & Medical Education, Dr Syed Abid Rashid Shah, chaired a meeting regarding establishment of additional infrastructure for Maternal and Childcare Associated Hospital ( MCCH) for GMC, Anantnag. The Secretary directed the concerned officers to initiate necessary steps for establishment of a Maternity and Child Care Hospital as an Associated Hospital of Government […]
Misappropriation of funds: ACB books former Branch Manager of DUC Bank Chenani
Srinagar: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday said to have registered a case against the then Branch Manager, Devika Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd. Chenani for misappropriation of funds. “A verification was conducted by Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau on receipt of communication of Chief Executive Officer, Devika Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd. Udhampur regarding misappropriation as […]
Two people injured in bear attack in Tral Forests
Srinagar: Two people were injured after they were attacked by a bear in forest area of Satura Tral in outh Kashmir’s Pulwama district. Officials said that two people who were herding their sheep in a forest were suddenly attacked by a bear yesterday evening. Both were injured in the attack and where shifted to hospital […]
Commissioner Secretary reviews progress on tourism development projects
JAMMU: Commissioner Secretary, Tourism, Yasha Mudgal, convened a meeting to review progress on various tourism development projects being implemented by the Public Works (R&B) Department. The meeting focused on the status of ongoing projects, the Budget Estimates for 2025-26 and the Revised Estimates for 2024-25 under the UT Capex Budget. Secretary Public Works (R&B), Directors […]
