Modernising transport sector
Transport sector in Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed immense growth over the past five years. Not only have the authorities been stressing on introducing pollution free vehicles but comfort-ability is also being taken care of. However, the sector needs more reforms and investments so that the segment really comes to the expectations of the public […]
Let us end the menace
Kashmir approximately reports 6,000 to 6,500 dog bite cases annually, which translates to around 18 cases daily. This number is huge given the small geographical area we are talking about. Besides, the recent data on dog bites (from April 2024 to March 2025, a total of 12,437 bite cases were reported, with 6,205 being dog […]
Challenges for UNESCO
UNESCO, one of the key organisations working under the ambit of United Nations, is all set to face key challenges. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that aims to promote world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences, and culture. However, the […]
Ladakh cannot afford violence
The situation in the hilly region of Ladakh is under control right now and the region is witnessing an uneasy calm during the past few days. Encouragingly, business establishments have started operations and the schools too are being opened up so that students too end up losing the crucial schooling. Ladakh shot into headlines after […]
Need to put in efforts
As the seasonal change is impacting Jammu and Kashmir in a big way those wielding some authority and control over decisions that will help reduce the impact of changing weather patterns need to plan for the future and that too immediately. Notably, the unprecedented increase in temperatures during summer and harsh winters has set alarm […]
Getting ready for climate change
The past several years have been giving us tough lessons on the environment front. We have been experiencing extreme climatic conditions and as such, the loses on various fronts have been immense. Be it harsh climate during winters and summers or the huge rainfall in a limited period of time, we have experienced it all. […]
Why we need clean air
We all are aware about the need to have safe and clean environs for ensuring a healthy lifestyle for the people. However, given the ever increasing use of machines and continuing industrial activity the pollution levels have been witnessing huge growth raising concerns among health experts. Recent studies and practical knowledge attained by the specialists […]
Skilled labour can work wonders
Across the globe the requirement for skilled and technical hands has been witnessing a demand. Same stands true for Jammu and Kashmir where the demand for skilled labor is high, particularly in sectors like tourism, agriculture, handicrafts and small scale industries. As tourist forms a crucial component of the economy, the industry requires skilled workers […]
Recreating the Ustaad-Shagird camaraderie
Kashmir has for centuries been known for its handicrafts. The region’s topography and its climatic conditions proved ideal for handicrafts and the trade flourished here for centuries together bringing name and fame for the region. However, the past two decades have seen a neglect of this important activity with the result that the already established […]
Economies witnessing transformations
From the past several months trade and commerce is witnessing hard days as most of the parameters for growth have witnessed a decline across the globe. Major economies are witnessing a severe slump with economists and experts in the field raising alarms as the situation continues to remain grim. As of now the global economy […]