Fed up with frequent power bill hikes, Khasipora residents demand smart meters Demand infrastructure upgrade in the area
Pulwama: Residents of Khasipora area in Tral area of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have voiced strong resentment over what they describe as frequent and unexplained increases in their monthly electricity bills, urging the Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Department (PDD) to install smart meters only after upgrading the existing power infrastructure. The locals said that […]
Residents allege 15-year drinking water crisis in Pulwama’s Sanzwatpora
Seek urgent government intervention Pulwama: Residents of Sanzwatpora village in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have voiced strong resentment over the lack of a reliable drinking water supply, alleging that the issue has remained unresolved for nearly 15 years despite repeated promises by elected representatives and several interventions by the concerned department. The villagers alleged that […]
Water crisis deepens in Pulwama’s Pinglena, allege locals
Residents hold second protest in two weeks Pulwama: The residents of Pinglena village of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Tuesday staged a protest against the acute shortage of drinking water, blocking the Galander–Pulwama road for vehicular traffic for the second time in the last two weeks. The protesters alleged that the locality has been facing […]
Purple revolution gains momentum as lavender harvest peaks at CSIR-IIIM Bonura farm in Pulwama
Expansion of aromatic crop cultivation expected to enhance farmers’ income, generate rural employment and strengthen Kashmir’s agri-economy Pulwama: The much-celebrated Purple Revolution has gathered fresh momentum in Kashmir as the lavender harvesting season reached its peak at the Bonura Drug Farm in Pulwama, operated by CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine. The commencement of harvesting marks […]
Acute classroom shortage plague government school in Pulwama’s far flung area, allege locals
Pulwama: The deteriorating condition of a government school in the remote Gujjar Basti area of Krewa Drabgam in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district is taking toll of the students who suffer in absence of facilities. Despite repeated claims of strengthening the public education system and upgrading government schools, several institutions in remote areas continue to struggle […]
Climate change brings early plum harvest to Kashmir
Growers hope for better returns despite weather damage Pulwama: Climate change continues to reshape horticulture in Kashmir, with plum orchards across the Valley witnessing an unusually early harvest this year. The harvesting season, which traditionally begins in July and extends into August, started in the last week of June as rising temperatures accelerated the […]
Hutmara residents seek relocation of waste dumping site near Water Sources
Anantnag: Residents of Dangerpora Hutmara in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district have raised serious concerns over the alleged environmental degradation and public health risks caused by a waste management facility located close to natural rivulets and springs in the area. The residents have appealed to the district administration to immediately inspect the site, halt further dumping […]
Sofipora Anantnag residents grapple with acute drinking Water crisis
Locals seek urgent administrative intervention Anantnag: The residents of Sofipora (Herpora) in Tehsil Sallar of South Kashmir’s Anantnag district have expressed deep concern over the persistent shortage of potable drinking water and the continued supply of allegedly unfiltered water, a problem they say has been affecting the area for several years without any lasting solution. […]
Bridge sanctioned a year ago in Pulwama, but work yet to start: Locals
Residents seek urgent government intervention Pulwama: Residents of Rakh in Pulwama district and Darbagh Watchi in Shopian have once voiced strong concern over the delay in the construction of a much-needed concrete bridge over the Ranbiara rivulet, alleging that despite the project being sanctioned nearly a year ago, civil work has not been started. The […]
Historic display of communal harmony as sacred Havan resumes in Murran Pulwama after 36 years
Muslims join pandits in religious ceremony; celebrates spirit of brotherhood and coexistence Pulwama: In a remarkable display of communal harmony and mutual respect, a sacred Havan ceremony was held in Murran village after a gap of 36 years, marking an emotional and historic moment for the local community. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from both […]