844 Kanals Restored Since November: J&K Steps Up Push to Return Migrant Lands
Robust legal framework, tech-driven monitoring, and welfare schemes aim to ensure dignity and rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandit families Srinagar: In a significant stride towards justice and rehabilitation, the Jammu and Kashmir government has accelerated efforts to restore land belonging to Kashmiri migrant families, with 844 kanals and 4 marlas retrieved since November 2024 as […]
Smart City Push Falls Short: Srinagar’s Public Washroom Rollout Sees Gaps Amid Broader Urban Challenges
Only 15 of 25 planned facilities functional; drainage bottlenecks, waste management strides & stray dog control efforts paint a mixed picture of city governance Srinagar: Srinagar’s transformation under the Smart City Mission reflects a story of progress interspersed with persistent urban challenges, as the government revealed that only 15 out of 25 public washrooms […]
Golden Fields of Pulwama, south Kashmir District Leads J&K’s Yellow Revolution
From mustard blooms to oilseed prosperity, Pulwama emerges as the torchbearer of agricultural transformation in the Valley Sanah Wani Pulwama: Bathed in a sea of golden mustard flowers, the fields of Pulwama have become a striking symbol of Jammu and Kashmir’s growing “Yellow Revolution,” with the south Kashmir district emerging as a frontrunner in oilseed […]
Rumours of fuel shortage amid West Asia tensions trigger panic buying in Kashmir
Long queues at petrol pumps; Div Com Anshul Garg assures adequate supplies, urges public to remain calm Srinagar: Panic buying gripped parts of Kashmir on Wednesday after rumours of a possible fuel shortage—linked to the ongoing tensions in West Asia, particularly involving Iran—sparked anxiety among residents, leading to long queues at petrol pumps across […]
Doodhpathri Throws Open Its Meadows to Tourists
Reopening follows LG’s push to revive destinations shut after Pahalgam attack Visitors, stakeholders welcome renewed access Srinagar: After months of winter silence and a prolonged spell of restricted access, the lush meadows of Dodhpathri have once again been opened to tourists, marking a renewed push to revive Kashmir’s tourism sector ahead of the spring […]
On the Edge: Kashmir’s Border Villages Still Await Smart Bunkers
Over 9,500 shelters built and 600 more announced Gaps, delays and outdated designs leave LoC residents seeking safer, modern protection Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: Even as a fragile calm prevails along Kashmir’s borders, thousands of residents in vulnerable villages continue to wait for safer and more advanced bunkers—seen as essential lifelines during episodes of cross-border […]
Clicks Over Crowds: Online Orders Dull Traditional Eid Bustle in Kashmir
Doorstep delivery, social media marketing reshape festive shopping as markets witness thinner footfall Srinagar: Ahead of the Eid-ul-Fitr, a quiet transformation is reshaping festive traditions in Kashmir, with online marketing and home delivery services steadily replacing the once-vibrant pre-Eid market rush. For decades, the days leading up to Eid were defined by bustling bazaars, late-night […]
Rs 50-crore Eid treat: Kashmir’s bakery boom peaks this Ramadan
Valley’s famed bakers witness massive festive rush Traditional rotis, cakes and snacks fly off shelves as Eid approaches Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: As Ramadan nears its culmination, Kashmir’s centuries-old bakery tradition is witnessing a massive seasonal surge, with the Valley expected to consume bakery products worth around Rs 50 crore ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr this year. […]
India’s sustained efforts driving sharp decline in child mortality: UN Report
New Delhi: India has emerged as a key contributor to global progress in reducing child mortality, according to the latest United Nations report. The UN Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UNIGME) Report 2025 highlighted India’s sustained and large-scale efforts in improving child survival outcomes, particularly across neonatal and under-five mortality indicators. Over the last […]
From Wazwan to Weeknight Iftar: Kashmir’s Rs 100-Cr Poultry Surge in Ramadan
As mutton retains its festive crown, chicken quietly powers everyday Iftar plates Valley markets witnessing a booming Rs 60–100 Cr poultry trade Our Special Correspondent Srinagar: As dusk settles over the Valley and the call to prayer echoes across neighborhoods, kitchens come alive with the aroma of simmering curries and sizzling kebabs. While the grandeur […]