Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan: Police intensifies crackdown on illegal poppy cultivation in Anantnag, Budgam
Srinagar: Police achieved another significant success by destroying illegally cultivated opium poppy in separate operations conducted in Anantnag and Budgam, a police spokesman said Saturday. He said that in Anantnag, Police at Dooru received reliable information that Bashir Ahmad Beigh son of Late Ghulam Ahmad Beigh resident of Chaango, Dooru had illegally cultivated poppy. Acting […]
From Frontier Flashpoint to Tourist Magnet, Uri’s Kaman Post Draws Crowds to LoC
Once known only as a tense border crossing, the historic post is now emerging as one of Kashmir’s most unusual tourist attractions Our Special Correspondent Baramulla: Nestled along the rugged mountains of north Kashmir’s Uri sector, the historic Kaman Post — once synonymous with ceasefire tensions and divided families — is quietly transforming into a […]
Army, civil administration rescue 20 stranded tourists in Gulmarg
CM Omar appreciates prompt and coordinated efforts Srinagar: Army and civil administration on Friday rescued 20 tourists, including eight children, from the higher reaches of Gulmarg in north Kashmir after they got stranded due to a technical snag in a private helicopter, officials said. The tourists — six men, six women and eight children […]
Three youth slip to death in River Jhelum in Hajin
Lt Guv, CM grieved over deaths Srinagar: Three youths slipped to death in River Jhelum in Hajin area of north Kashmir’s Bandipora district on Friday. The youth were washing tent material, officials and locals said. The incident occurred at Check Chandergeer Hajin and triggered panic in the area as local residents rushed towards the […]
Rs 6.5 crore worth narcotics-linked assets attached in biggest crackdown
Srinagar: Properties worth over Rs 6.5 crore, allegedly acquired through illicit drug trafficking, were on Friday attached in the Anantnag district, making it the single largest attachment under the NDPS Act in Jammu and Kashmir, police said. “In continuation of its sustained and aggressive crackdown against the narcotics network, the Anantnag police initiated seizure proceedings […]
Pollution impacts our health
We all are aware about the need to have safe and clean environs for ensuring a healthy lifestyle for the people. However, given the ever increasing use of machines and continuing industrial activity the pollution levels have been witnessing huge growth raising concerns among health experts. Recent studies and environment specialists have been warning us […]
Rise of Adventure Sports: Opportunity, Transformation and Responsibility
Mohammad Hanief Jammu and Kashmir, along with Ladakh, has long been synonymous with breathtaking landscapes, tranquil valleys, and a rich cultural heritage. For decades, tourism in the region revolved largely around sightseeing and leisure. Today, however, a quiet but significant transformation is underway. The region is steadily emerging as one of India’s most promising hubs […]
Kashmir’s Civic Crisis, When Personal Comfort Overrides Public Responsibility
Mudasser Wani Kashmir has always been known for its breath-taking landscapes, deep cultural heritage and strong traditions of hospitality. For centuries the collective spirit of society formed the backbone of Kashmiri life. Villages survived harsh winters through cooperation, neighbours stood together in times of grief and communities shared responsibilities without waiting for the administration to […]
CM Interacts with public representatives, deputations at Raabita office
Discusses developmental, public welfare issues SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Friday met several public representatives, various deputations and individuals at his Public Services & Outreach Office Raabita here and discussed a range of public welfare and developmental issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir. MLA Zadibal, Tanvir Sadiq, called on the Chief Minister and discussed issues related […]
Sustained efforts being made to ensure inclusive, equitable development across J&K: Sakeena Itoo
Reviews progress of ongoing developmental projects of Education, Health, Social Welfare departments SRINAGAR: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo Friday chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of various ongoing developmental projects being executed by the Education, Health and Social Welfare departments across Jammu and Kashmir. During […]