Pesticide Use in South Kashmir: A Growing Public Health Concern
Umair Shafiq Khanday South Kashmir is known for its lush green orchards, fertile agricultural land, and abundant production of apples, cherries, pears, walnuts, and vegetables. Agriculture is the backbone of the region’s economy, supporting thousands of families. However, alongside increased agricultural productivity, the widespread and often indiscriminate use of pesticides has emerged as a significant […]
Stitching the Value Chain: How PM MITRA Parks are Rewriting India’s Textile Destiny
Pabitra Margherita For centuries, India’s identity was deeply woven into its textiles, from the lasting warmth of Kashmir’s Pashmina and the golden luster of Assam’s Muga silk, to the royal Kanjeevarams of Tamil Nadu, the weaves of Chanderi, and the legendary textile craftsmanship of Surat. Today, this sector remains a strong pillar of our economy, […]
Art 370 abrogation fulfilled Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s dream: PM Modi
Kolkata: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the abrogation of Article 370 had fulfilled the dream of Bharatiya Jana Sangh founder Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee while asserting that his ideology and principles continue to shape the BJP’s governance agenda and guide “New India”. Addressing a commemorative programme through a video message on Mookerjee’s 125th […]
Women’s empowerment is key to Viksit J&K: Lt Guv
Says their progress ensures the progress of society SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that women’s empowerment is key to a Viksit J&K. he said that the progress of women ensures the progress of society. Felicitating 32 talented recipients of the Kashmir Women’s Organization (KWO) Fellowship, during a ceremony at Lok Bhavan, […]
All bottlenecks affecting livestock movement will be addressed: CM
Meets mutton dealers, reiterates Govt’s commitment to resolve livestock transit issues SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday said that all the bottlenecks affecting livestock movement to Jammu and Kashmir will be addressed. Talking to a delegation of mutton dealers who apprised him of the difficulties they have been facing in transporting livestock through Punjab, […]
‘When Orchards Begin to Weep’: Sudden Fruit Fall Alarms Kashmir’s Apple Growers
Erratic weather, prolonged heat and moisture stress blamed for premature dropping of apples, pears and stone fruits across Valley orchards Growers fear heavy economic losses as horticulture experts urge scientific intervention to save the remaining crop Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: Across Kashmir’s lush orchards, where branches are usually weighed down by the promise of a […]
CM calls for accelerated modernization of power sector
Asks officials to stress on ensuring reliable, efficient electricity supply across JK SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Power Development Department, underscoring his government’s commitment to strengthening Jammu and Kashmir’s power infrastructure through sustained reforms, modernization and improved service delivery. The Chief Minister reviewed the overall performance […]
JK youth once known for stone-pelting, now recognised for Ranji Trophy success: BJP chief
Jammu: BJP national president Nitin Nabin on Monday said that the youth of Jammu and Kashmir were once identified with stone-pelting, but are now being recognised for their achievements in cricket, citing the Union Territory’s Ranji Trophy success as a symbol of the region’s transformation. Nabin arrived here earlier in the day for his two-day […]
Class 7 student left locked for hours in school; entire staff suspended
Banihal/Jammu: A Class seven student was accidentally locked inside a government middle school after he fell asleep in his classroom on the last working day before the 15-day summer vacation in Ramban district last week, prompting authorities to conduct an inquiry and suspend the entire nine-member staff of the school, officials said on Monday. The […]