Something to cheer about
Forests serve as the vital link between humans and nature. They not only act as lungs for the universe, but also support the human race in various economic activities. However, the annual forest area decrease across the globe is around 10 million hectares, with some estimates suggesting a net loss of 4.7 million hectares per […]
Avoiding the risk of stroke
Nowadays we often hear that people among all age groups, especially those in mid forty’s get to suffer from sudden stroke. Stroke which is a medical emergency has become so rampant in the country that every 40 seconds, someone somewhere suffers a stroke, and every four minutes, someone loses his life to it. Stroke is […]
The increase in temperatures
Given the experiences of past several years, the world it seems is heading towards witnessing increase in the number of hot days during a year. As of now the world is on track to add nearly two months of dangerous superhot days each year by the end of the century, with poorer small nations hit […]
Celebrate the Festival of Lights but be cautious as well
Dr. Mahipal Singh Sachdev Diwali, the festival of lights, brings joy, celebration, and togetherness. But amidst the festive sparkle, it also brings a surge in eye injuries and vision-related emergencies. Every year, hospitals across India witness a significant rise in patients reporting eye burns, foreign body injuries, infections, and allergic reactions due to firecrackers and […]
How hydropower is powering JK’s future
Mohammad Hanief Jammu and Kashmir, known for its rivers that cut through lofty mountains and deep valleys, possesses a hydropower potential unmatched in most parts of India. This natural advantage, often called the Union Territory’s “blue gold,” is finally beginning to receive the attention it deserves. As the country moves toward a green energy future, […]
Ensure scientific waste management in rural areas
The past decade has seen tremendous development in Jammu and Kashmir. The twin cities of Jammu and Srinagar have also witnessed tremendous growth with authorities putting special emphasis on up-gradation of infrastructure and betterment of services provided to the people. The twin smart city projects implemented here not only stresses on improving the infrastructure in […]
Exhibit extreme caution
The recent death of 22 minor children in the state of Madhya Pradesh and three more deaths in Rajasthan, due to consumption of cough syrup believed to contain toxic substances is a matter of grave concern. The deaths are reported to have taken place due to presence of Diethylene glycol in some cough syrups. Diethylene […]
A welcome move
The announcement by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) that it has successfully restored two-way traffic movement for heavy motor vehicles on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway, ensuring seamless transportation of essential commodities and fruit-laden trucks from the Valley to markets outside is a welcome move. The announcement has come at a time when fruit […]
Working towards greener environs
The level of air pollution in developing countries is rising alarmingly. India too is witnessing the same phenomenon and the quality of air in major cities is proving to be a major concern. Air pollution levels in India are a significant concern, with many cities experiencing poor air quality. The current air quality index (AQI) […]
Slide in tobacco consumption
Tobacco use and its ill effects have been known for decades now. However, the menace still continues to haunt various nations across the globe as young adults are falling prey to its use. However, a recent report by the WHO countries like Bangladesh, India and Nepal are on track to achieve at least a 30 […]