The Vanishing Wild Frontier
For ages we witnessed that, Kashmir’s villages and forests coexisted under an unspoken pact. Forests were considered a collective property and its wealth and animal species were protected by one and all. The dense deodar lines, gushing streams, and the rhythm of seasons kept wildlife deep in the mountains and people in their orchards. That […]
Create an actionable pathway
Tourism across India holds immense potential. Since Jammu and Kashmir is a place highly sought by tourists after the situation has shown considerable improvement post 2019, we need robust and fair policies to attract more and more tourists and travellers to the place. In this regard the latest NITI Aayog–Ministry of Tourism report delivers a […]
Fast tracks, faster the development
The Northern Railway’s decision to raise the maximum permissible speed on the Banihal-Qazigund single-line electrified section from 75 km/h to 100 km/h may look like a technical tweak, but in reality, it is a milestone for mobility, safety, and economic momentum in the Kashmir Valley. For a region where geography dictates life and weather often […]
A Silent Emergency
A phenomenon that was once considered as a problem of the affluent class is silently taking on most of the people in the society. From households in Srinagar to village living rooms, screens and fast food are quietly reshaping children’s bodies and futures. As most of the children are getting overweight, the health concerns too […]
Another grim reminder
The devastating earthquake in Venezuela has once again laid bare a brutal truth: seconds of shaking can undo decades of life. Beyond the collapsed buildings and immediate death toll, the deep impact of an earthquake ripples through families, economies, and mental health for years. For Kashmir, a region sitting in Seismic Zone V — the […]
Ensuring rural employment
The Jammu and Kashmir government’s notification of the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Scheme, 2026, effective July 1, marks a decisive upgrade in how the Union Territory approaches rural employment. Replacing MGNREGA under the VB-G RAM-G Act, 2025, the scheme aligns J&K with the broader national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 while […]
Data breaches can be costly
Data breaches and cyberattacks have become a defining security challenge of this decade, especially for developing countries. Hostile actors, including anti-national elements, increasingly exploit digital weaknesses to destabilise nations. Countering this threat demands a coordinated response from individuals, institutions, and governments. In India, defence, finance, and public service systems have long been targets. Now, educational […]
Switch to concrete
The West Asia crisis though eased a bit over the past week but the consequences of the tussle have left indelible marks on various sectors across the globe. Jammu and Kashmir like the rest of the country too had its share of woes due to the crisis that is yet to be resolved fully. Last […]
Align training with market demand
In developing economies, skilled labour remains the cornerstone of growth. It enhances national productivity and generates wider employment opportunities. In Jammu and Kashmir, however, persistently high unemployment is compounded by a shortage of skilled workers. Trades such as electrical work, welding, plumbing, masonry, and culinary arts offer viable career paths for the region’s youth. By […]
Let us adapt
Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a huge change in its weather patterns. From dry hot summers to extreme cold winters, the region is witnessing change in patterns and weather behaviour. During the rainy period’s cloudbursts, flash floods, hailstorms and landslides are no longer rare tragedies that strike once in a decade or so, but are […]