Govt confers ownership over evacuees’ land to displaced persons of PoJK

Srinagar: The government on Friday conferred proprietary rights over evacuees’ land to the displaced persons of PoJK of 1947, 1965, 1971 and West Pakistan displaced persons. The decision was taken by the Administrative Council which met here under the chairmanship of Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. In a landmark decision, the Council approved […]
Mpox outbreak can turn into the next global pandemic

By: Wolfgang Preiser, Cheryl Baxter, Jean Nachega The mpox outbreak in Africa is yet another example of how infectious diseases perceived to be “someone else’s problem”, and affecting mainly poor, developing countries, may suddenly pose unexpected global threats. Other examples of neglected diseases include the West Nile, Zika and Chikungunya viruses. Mpox was discovered in […]
The towering and magnificent Chinar trees
By: Mohammad Hanief Chinar, a tree of antiquity and magnificence is an integral part of the landscape of Kashmir and holds a unique place in its cultural traditions. The tale of changing seasons in Kashmir often finds expression in the distinct appearances of Chinar. Chinar is pride of Kashmir and represents the aspirations of its […]
Innovations in Neurointervention
By: Dr Sumit Goyal Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. In India, a stroke occurs every 40 seconds, and a stroke-related death happens every four minutes. Significant advances in stroke management have extended the critical treatment window to up to 24 hours. This breakthrough has significantly improved stroke care […]
Div Com Kashmir reviews progress of 2nd Special Summary Revision in Srinagar

SRINAGAR: The Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, who is also Electoral Roll Observer for Srinagar District, reviewed the arrangements and progress achieved in the ongoing 2nd Special Summary Revision-24 in Srinagar District, in a meeting held here. Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, who is also District Election Officer (DEO), Srinagar was also present […]
Khyber Agro launches new curd product
The produce comes in eco-friendly bucket packaging Srinagar: Khyber Agro Pvt. Ltd., a prominent name in Kashmir’s dairy industry, has introduced a new 1kg curd product in eco-friendly bucket packaging. The launch event, held at the company’s headquarters in Hyderpora, Srinagar, was attended by Manan Tramboo, Managing Director of Khyber Agro Pvt. Ltd., and Hashmat […]
J&K Media Accreditation Committee (JKMAC) grants accreditation to journalists
SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Media Accreditation Committee (JKMAC), chaired by Director Information J&K, Jatin Kishore, Friday held a meeting to finalize the grant of accreditations in favour of News Media Representatives. The committee reviewed and scrutinised the applications received from different News Media Representatives. A total of 412 applications were received, with 207 applications […]