Too much dependence on groundwater
We as a nation are faced with a serious crisis of water availability. Though across India huge reservoirs of water are available but most of it is not fit for human consumption and use. Therefore, many regions across the country have become dependent on groundwater which according to many experts is not a viable and […]
Why the rumour mill remains active in Kashmir
Kashmir is known for its hyper activism on spreading rumours and lies. This has been our favourite past time since centuries. Though we should have learnt to avoid spreading rumours in this age of information and social media availability, but the situation hardly has seen any change. Rumour mills get active in Kashmir not only […]
Control the menace at all costs
Since the past several weeks’ people across various districts, especially Srinagar are posting videos on various social media platforms highlighting the increasing number of stray dogs in their areas. Though the issue is not new but the way the number of dogs in increasing in Urban and rural areas is a matter of grave concern. […]
Revival of water bodies
Kashmir’s beauty is incomplete without its water bodies. These water sources are facing significant challenges, with many suffering from encroachment, pollution, and siltation. Notably, the Asian Waterbird Census 2026, conducted across 27 wetlands, highlights efforts to monitor and conserve these ecosystems so that they remain on the map and help to enrich the biodiversity of […]
Adopt healthy lifestyle
People of all age groups, especially above 40 years are facing a huge health risk known as 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 emerging as […]
Tackling water crisis needs advance planning
Water sources across Jammu and Kashmir are under stress. Due to less snowfall and rains in the region the situation this can be quite tricky as we need abundance of water for agricultural activity that will kick-start within days. Notably, the local water sources are helping to preserve the fauna and flora of the region […]
Transforming agriculture
Kashmir’s agricultural produce is diverse. From Apples, Cherries, Pears, Saffron and other products, Mustard cultivation across the region is also thriving, with the region seeing a significant increase in production. In 2025, mustard production touched 143,476.9 metric tonnes, up from 107,476.9 MT in 2024, marking a 36,000 MT surge. This growth is attributed to expanded […]
No need to stock fuel
For the past few days again people across districts have been running to stock fuel by not only filling the tanks of their vehicles but also storing fuel in cans as well. This unprecedented rush for stocking fuel has led to a crisis and panic situation among the people as well as the administration. So […]
Population, a big resource
India is a vast country. Its population is approximately 1.476 billion people as of 2026, making it the most populous country in the world. The population is growing at a rate of 0.87% per year, with a median age of 29.2 years. The country has a population density of 497 people per square kilometres. […]
Sustained fight against TB
Tuberculosis, one of the leading infectious diseases in the world still remains a key health challenge globally. The disease has significantly been controlled in India but still the South-East Asia region continues to carry a disproportionate share of the tuberculosis burden. Pertinently, India has made significant progress in reducing tuberculosis (TB) cases, with a […]