Water, the elixir of life
As the depleting glaciers and low downpour across Jammu and Kashmir is signalling alarms in the region, the need to conserve our water resources is becoming all the more important. The region which since centuries was known for its abundant water resources is as of now struggling hard to fulfil its needs for agriculture and […]
Digitisation of land records is welcome
Various schemes like the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP), Survey of Villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas (SVAMITVA), Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) and National Geospatial Knowledge-based land Survey of urban Habitations (NAKSHA) have been implemented in Jammu and Kashmir as authorities aim to ensure digitisation of land records. […]
Price regulations are needed
The colourful shopfronts glowing under festive lights as crowds fill the markets on the eve of Eid festival, the Valley’s bazaars are once again reflecting the warmth, excitement and tradition ahead of the festive days. With just a few days left for Eid celebrations, markets across Kashmir have witnessed an impressive footfall which was […]
Need to control the tobacco epidemic
Just yesterday we observed the ‘no smoking day’. The ground reports and data suggests that mere observance of the day and loud shouts will not serve the purpose as Jammu and Kashmir is the most tobacco consuming regions across India. So much so, that the Union territory has earned the sobriquet of smoking capital of […]
Ease of Doing Business reforms
Economies the world over are focussing on attracting investors to start businesses and propel growth in the regions that have so far evaded a healthy expansion of industries. Jammu and Kashmir too is one such region that has so far not been able to attract the growth of industrial sector that would have over time […]
Agriculture sector offers huge hope
Agriculture sector in Jammu and Kashmir holds immense potential and requires focused attention towards value addition to unlock its true business opportunities. Notably, most of the agricultural produce from Jammu and Kashmir leaves the region in its raw form, with very little processing or value addition being done locally. This brings us to the discussion […]
Water crisis looming large
Even though a wet spell has hit Jammu and Kashmir, the region still is staring at the possibility of a looming water crisis. The Valley’s lifeline—the River Jhelum continues to flow at low levels following a prolonged dry spell, an alarming rainfall deficit and unusually poor snow accumulation on the surrounding mountain ranges. The Jhelum […]
Seasonal changes can impact vegetation, topography
Seasonal changes can significantly impact vegetation and topography of any region. The seasonal changes result in snowmelt which leads to swell in rivers and can also cause landslides as heavy rains can alter terrain and lead to topographical changes as well. In Jammu and Kashmir the weather pattern changes are being felt since many years […]
Homestay accommodations can attract more tourists
Since the tourism season is all set to begin and many a tourists are currently on a visit to the Valley one issue that needs to be addressed is to arrange for more options of accommodation available for them during their visit. One option that has been gaining popularity is the homestays accommodations which were […]
Fuel prices can be a concern
The Middle East crisis is showing no signs of any decline. The further escalation of tensions has jolted global oil markets, sparking concerns over a possible fuel crisis in countries and regions that are mostly dependent on their oil supplies from the gulf region. While crude prices have surged amid fears of supply disruptions through […]