Education is the real strength
As celebrate the 77th Republic day we feel pride and a sense of achievement when we announce the triumph we have achieved over the years. Be it defence, industries, infrastructure or any other sector of the economy-there are numerous stories to narrate and all these stories can easily be termed as success stories. However, one […]
Progress through knowledge
Agriculture has always been the mainstay of Kashmir’s economy. Not only has the region progressed owing to the adoption of new agricultural practices but newer vistas of development in this sector are taking shape owing to scientific innovations and developments. Kashmir region is known for its, Horticulture: Apple, cherry, apricot, and walnut production, besides, paddy […]
Delayed snowfall will not help us
Finally Kashmir Valley had its rendezvous with snow as the region experienced its first snowfall this winter. Most of the districts in the valley experienced heavy snowfall with the exception of District Srinagar which did not get any snow but rains poured in hard and fast. The delay in snowfall, or rather an extended dry […]
Be more cautious
Kashmir is one such region in the country which consumes medicine in huge quantities. This huge consumption of medicines here has made the regions medicine market quite competitive with all sorts of drug manufacturing companies trying to capture some part of the market. The region has seen a surge in the use of medicines, particularly […]
Innovations needed in traffic management
Winters were comparatively easier for commuters as least vehicles were seen plying on the roads across Kashmir Valley. But this scenario has changed over the years and winters too are proving to be quite a harrowing experience while commuting. Though lot of measures have been put in place but still lot more needs to be […]
Need to enhance water availability
Jammu and Kashmir is grappling with dry conditions since the past many months now and the result of such scenario has meant that many areas across the UT are facing with acute shortage of potable water. Many areas across the region which are fed through various drinking water schemes using local springs and streams for […]
Importance of agriculture
Agriculture sector in Jammu and Kashmir holds immense potential and requires focused attention. The sector has the prospect to turn the region into a self-sufficient zone with least dependence on the centre for almost all its needs and requirements. One such progressive scheme that has helped to turn the agricultural sector into a blooming model […]
Maintaining green cover is essential
Large scale urbanization and infrastructure expansion across Kashmir is leading to depletion of forest cover at a rapid pace. This phenomenon is leaving an indelible mark on the environment in Kashmir as we are witnessing tremendous season and weather pattern changes. As of now Kashmir’s green cover has witnessed a noticeable retreat. The region has […]
Youth’s potential need to be channelized
Countries like India can boast about having a huge chunk of population that stands in their prime youth. Presently, the country’s youth population is quite significant. As of 2026, the young population is approximately 351 million, which accounts for around 23.79% of the total population. Today youth are facing many issues. The challenges vary from […]
Let us work to save the environment
The unprecedented increase in temperatures during summer and extreme harsh winters have set alarm bells ringing in Jammu and Kashmir as experts feel that a great environmental crisis is likely to unfold as most of the regions glaciers are witnessing fast depletion. What is ironic to note is that almost 30 percent of the region’s […]