Awareness programme under SVEEP initiative held at HS Kehnusa Bandipora
BANDIPORA: SVEEP cell Bandipora on Thursday organised an awareness programme at High School Kehnusa here under the Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) initiative. The programme was aimed to increase voter turnout in the upcoming assembly elections and encourage greater participation of voters across various areas. The event witnessed active participation from Booth Level […]
Russia-Ukraine War: The Cold war is not over yet

By: Syed Mustafa Ahmad Since February 2022, we have been witnessing a useless war going on, affecting the nook and corner of the world. On the surface, it looks like the rivalries of the bygone past. However, the truth of the matter is that it is the same ideological and economic rivalry that has snapped […]
Scientists use innovative approach to protect apple trees
By: Antoinette Paula Malan, Letodi Luki Mathulwe and Nomakholwa Faith Stokwe Gardeners the world over dread the appearance of aphids on their plants. There are around 4,000 species of these sap-sucking insects and about 250 are pests that can wreak havoc on crops in a garden or orchard. One of them is the woolly […]
Digital campaigns in elections, declaration of true and false promises
By: Priyanka Saurabh According to data from the Google Ads Transparency Centre, during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, political parties and their affiliates spent around ₹117 crore on Google ads between January 1 and April 10. This increase in digital campaign spending highlights the growing influence of online platforms in elections while raising concerns about […]
Kulgam breaks boycott shackles, votes in record numbers

‘Using our vote first time to ensure, peace, development, fearless living’ Kulgam: The areas that were known for boycotting the elections in the past in this picturesque district of Kulgam in South Kashmir Wednesday came alive with serpentine queues with voters showing great enthusiasm. The voters’ majority of whom were first timers claimed that boycotts […]
Beyond the Wild

By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon The wolf, a creature both revered and misunderstood, has long captured the imagination of humans across cultures. This majestic animal, known for its strength and cunning, also embodies qualities that are deeply relevant to our modern lives—loyalty, respect for family, and an unyielding commitment to freedom. By understanding the true nature […]