Democracy is increasingly a pay-to-play game
By: Daniel Drache, Marc D. Froese In the hours immediately following Donald Trump’s recent hush-money conviction in a Manhattan courtroom, his presidential campaign raked in US$53 million from small donors. Why are regular people without deep pockets throwing so much money at a convicted felon? In the United States today, as in many other countries […]
Exploring the Link between Learning and Financial Success
By: Dr. Reyaz Ahmad In ancient periods, the main goal of education was knowledge acquisition; there was no connection between it and financial gain. The need to make a living and the yearning for a better lifestyle emerged as societies developed. In the past, there was a clear distinction between the rich and the poor, […]
‘Education Extortion’
By: Nazim Sayed In the heart of Jammu, the recent arrest of self-proclaimed education activist Amit Kapoor under section 387 of the Indian Penal Code has a sinister trend of blackmail and extortion within the education sector. However, what may have seemed an isolated occurrence quickly reveals itself as part of a more complex network, […]
Resolve the NTA-NEET controversy
Letter to the Editor Dear Sir, The NEET 2024 results have stirred controversy and skepticism due to cheating allegations, suspected question paper leaks, and the NTA’s decision to grant grace marks for time loss during the exam. Concerns focus on the NTA’s normalization formula following reports of time loss, leading to unusually high scores and […]
SANJY-2024: DC Srinagar conducts extensive visit of Yatra Transit Camp Pantha Chowk
Inspects arrangements for smooth conduct of pilgrimage SRINAGAR: Ahead of commencement of annual Amarnath Yatra (SANJY)-2024, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat Tuesday conducted extensive visit of Yatra Transit Camp, Pantha Chowk to take the stock of arrangements being made for the convenience of pilgrims and smooth conduct of yatra. During the […]
DC Jammu reviews Eid- Ul- Azha preparedness
JAMMU: In anticipation of the Eid-Ul-Azha, the Deputy Commissioner Sachin Kumar Vaishya led a comprehensive meeting to review arrangements for a seamless and joyous celebration. The meeting attended by district officers and representatives from line departments, focused on key aspects crucial for successful festivities. The Jammu Municipal Corporation was directed to intensify efforts to maintain […]
DDC Baramulla releases study evaluating performance of IDDS
Highlights significant advances in Dairy Sector BARAMULLA: The District Development Commissioner (DDC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa Tuesday released a study evaluating the performance of the Integrated Dairy Development Scheme (IDDS) across various regions of Baramulla district, including non-operation, flood-prone, hilly and other areas. The study prepared by the District Statistics and Evaluation office Baramulla in collaboration […]
DC Pulwama chairs DLRS meeting
PULWAMA: In a significant step towards enhancing road safety, the District Administration Pulwama Tuesday convened a District Level Road Safety Meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Dr. Basharat Qayoom at the Administrative Complex Pulwama. Gathering insights from various stakeholders, the meeting underscored the paramount importance of road safety within the district. Executive Engineers from […]
DC Budgam hands-over 200 KVA transformers buffer stock to KPDCL
BUDGAM: In a bid to augment power infra, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Akshay Labroo Tuesday handed over 200 KVA transformers buffer stock to KPDCL funded under District Capex 2023-2024 at HQ Workshop Budgam. The buffer stock of transformers given under District Capex will help meet demand for transformers against damaged ones especially during the […]
NHM J&K releases ranking of Public Health facilities on HMIS
SRINAGAR: National Health Mission J&K Tuesday released the ranking of Public Health facilities on Hospital Management Information System (HMIS), (JK e-Sahaj) for the month of April 2024. In the category of New Govt. Medical Colleges (GMCs) of Associated Hospitals of Govt. Medical Colleges, the first rank has been clinched by GMC Rajouri followed by GMC […]
