Work going on at snail’s pace on Jawaharpora Lam-Soinad road, allege locals
Residents demand urgent acceleration, relocation of low-lying transformer Pulwama: The residents of Jawaharpora Lam and Soinad in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have expressed strong resentment over the slow pace of construction work on a vital road being developed under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY), urging authorities to expedite the project without further delay. […]
Neglect turns Pazalpora irrigation canal into dumping ground, farmers cry for help
Anantnag: Residents of Pazalpora in Bijbehara have raised alarm over the deteriorating condition of a key irrigation canal, which they say has been reduced to a dumping site due to prolonged neglect by authorities, severely affecting agriculture and public health in the area. Once a vital source of water for irrigating agricultural fields, the canal […]
Sluggish sales during Eid festivities
Traders pin hopes on tourism, apple season revival Srinagar: The festive spirit that typically transforms markets across Kashmir ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr has been significantly muted this year, with traders reporting one of the weakest business seasons in recent memory. From Srinagar to south Kashmir districts, markets that usually remain abuzz with shoppers till late evening […]
Branpathri Tral residents protest over water bills, demand compensation for land
Pulwama: Residents of Branpathri village in Tral area of south Kashmir on Thursday staged a protest against the issuance of water bills, alleging that they have been unfairly charged despite relying on their own natural water sources. The protesting locals said that the village does not receive any formal piped water supply from the government […]
Horticulture department to intensify market checking in Tral
Agriculturists complain of substandard agro-inputs Pulwama: Amid growing concerns from the farming community, the Horticulture Department has announced that it will intensify market inspections in Tral area of South Kashmir’s Pulwama district following widespread complaints about the sale of substandard and unverified fertilizers and pesticides. Horticulture Development Officer (HDO) Sartaj Ahmed said that the department […]
Dip in temperature raise fears of damage to Almond, plum blossoms in Pulwama, Budgam
Farmers worry that weather change may affect flowering stage and reduce yield Pulwama: Rainfall resulting in noticeable drop in temperature across the plains of South and Central Kashmir, particularly in Pulwama and Budgam districts, has triggered fresh concerns among fruit growers about possible damage to almond and plum blossoms. On Sunday and Monday rainfall has […]
Farmers in Pulwama raise alarm over sale of substandard fertilizers, pesticides
Seek immediate government intervention Pulwama: Serious concerns are being raised by farmers and residents across several areas of Tral area of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district over the alleged sale of substandard and unverified fertilizers and pesticides in local markets. The situation has triggered anxiety among the farming community, with many accusing the enforcement wing of […]
CFC Centre lying in dilapidated condition in Khiram
Locals demand intervention of higher ups Anantnag: The Common Facility Centre (CFC) constructed at Khiram in the Srigufwara area of Anantnag district is lying in a dilapidated state following which residents have demanded an investigation into the alleged neglect and misuse of public resources. The centre, which was developed by the Rural Development Department (RDD) […]
Market checking intensified in main markets of south Kashmir
Locals urge authorities to extend drive to villages Pulwama: Authorities have intensified market checking drives across major markets in South Kashmir in an effort to curb overpricing, ensure quality standards and check violations of consumer protection rules. However, residents have urged the administration to extend the inspections to rural areas as well, saying that violations […]