Greying Valley Faces New Reality as Old Age Homes Rise in Kashmir
Changing family structures, migration and ageing population drive demand for institutional elderly care Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: Kashmir, long known for its strong joint family system and deep-rooted respect for elders, is witnessing a quiet yet significant social shift with the gradual rise of old age homes across the Valley. Traditionally, elderly members were cared […]
Drug Crisis Deepens in Kashmir, Over 13.5 Lakh Affected
Youth worst hit as heroin surge fuels addiction 100-day war against drugs in full swing Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: Kashmir is grappling with a deepening drug crisis, with official estimates indicating that over 13.5 lakh people in Jammu and Kashmir are affected by substance abuse, raising serious concerns about the region’s social and public health […]
Tulip Garden to Close on April 16, Over 3.5 Lakh Visit in 29 Days
Around 1,000 Foreign Tourists Flock to Iconic Garden Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: The iconic Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden is set to close its gates for the season on April 16 after witnessing an overwhelming response from visitors, even as the silent workforce behind its vibrant display continues working for the next bloom throughout the […]
India at 7.4%, J&K Growth Steady at 5.82%: Economic Survey 2025–26
Survey flags slight moderation in J&K growth Highlights strong economic base and need for sectoral balance Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: India is set to maintain its strong growth momentum in 2025–26, with the economy projected to expand by 7.4 percent, while Jammu and Kashmir is expected to record a steady growth of 5.82 percent, reflecting […]
J&K Rainfall Deficit Narrows as April Wet Spells Boost Season
Shortfall drops from 34% to around 17% MeT forecasts rise in temperatures, intermittent light rain Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: A series of wet spells in April has brought significant relief to Jammu and Kashmir, improving the seasonal rainfall scenario and reducing the overall precipitation deficit to near-normal levels. As per data from the Meteorological Department, […]
Vanishing Mirrors: Kashmir’s Wetlands Slip Into Silence
Experts warn of rapid ecological decline as encroachment, climate stress intensify Officials stress urgent conservation to save biodiversity, livelihoods, and flood buffers Our Special Correspondent Srinagar9: At the break of dawn, when the first light gently touches the waters of Hokersar Wetland, a haunting quiet now lingers where thousands of migratory birds once filled the […]
Silent Killings in the Marshes as Poaching Persists Despite Ban
Wetlands of Kashmir remain under threat as illegal hunting continues Officials warn of strict action, call for collective vigilance Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: As dawn breaks over Kashmir’s serene wetlands, the still waters and rustling reeds often conceal a disturbing reality. Despite a longstanding ban on hunting, poaching continues to cast a shadow over these […]
West Asia conflict: Over 10,000 international flights by Indian carriers cancelled since war began
New Delhi: Indian carriers have cancelled over 10,000 flights since the onset of the West Asia conflict, as escalating tensions and airspace restrictions disrupted international operations, a senior government official said. The widespread closures of key transit corridors forced airlines to suspend or reroute services, particularly on long-haul routes to Europe and North America. “On […]
Silent Siege: Porcupines Put Kashmir’s Saffron at Risk
Relentless burrowers threaten a centuries-old crop, leaving farmers to battle an unseen force Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: In the saffron fields of Pampore, where autumn once painted the land in soft shades of purple, a quiet unease now lingers. By day, the fields appear calm, stretching gently across the plateau, carrying the weight of generations […]
Sawalkote Hydropower Project: Ramban to Bear Brunt as Govt Defends Access Plan
Udhampur hosts key infrastructure but gets limited submergence share; alternate road proposal deemed unviable Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has offered a detailed clarification on the distribution of impact, infrastructure and connectivity related to the ambitious 1,856 MW Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project, stating that while the project is spread across three […]