The haves and the have not’s
It is great to hear that the covid-19 immunization has started and people are responding to the vaccine with fewer side effects or any other complications. However, what concerns the major portion of the global population is that the vaccination has started in the developed countries only and the poor or the underdeveloped have been […]
A new hope
We have learned about some good news coming from Dubai as the government of Jammu and Kashmir has sent a high level delegation to explore the possibilities of marketing Kashmir’s unique produce in the gulf region. The development not only seems pleasing but also ensures a bright future for the products that will ultimately make […]
Corruption kills
Today the world will be observing the International Anti-Corruption Day. This day is observed every year on December 9 all over the world. It was on 31 October 2003 that the United Nations passed an anti-corruption pact and since then the day has been celebrated. But the moot question remains whether mere observing the day […]
The rising fuel price
Fuel prices are once again witnessing a steep hike. On Sunday the prices rose for the fifth straight day and the reason was once again cited as increase in rates due to firming international oil prices. Petrol price in Delhi rose to Rs 83.41 per litre from Rs 83.13. Diesel rates went up from Rs […]
Power woes
Winter brings its share of troubles for the people of Kashmir valley. We are in the mid of winter season in Kashmir and the people here are facing hardships while fighting it out with the tough weather conditions. The weather conditions are set to turn more vigorous as the harsh winter period is yet to […]
Curb the menace
The use of tobacco products in Kashmir is growing with every passing day. The earlier orders to curtail the use have been ignored by the authorities and as of now no mechanism is in place to curb the increased use of tobacco products. Ironically, the government has forgot to arrange for a follow up on […]
Youth need to be skillful
Post covid-19 pandemic the only concern that has been concerning the youth is lack of job creation. The problem has touched its peak with the economy still not gaining the required momentum. Since no or fewer jobs are being created for the youth the only formula to seek employment among them can be addressed by […]
Development needs a push
We are right going through the peak winter season. During this season the Jammu-Srinagar national highway used to remain open most of the time and help commuters and truckers to push in supplies to the valley and export fruit and other produce from here. However, the national highway and its maintenance has raised several questions […]
A harsh winter ahead
There is no good news in store for people who are bracing the winter especially in north Indian states including the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a harsher winter and the possibility of cold waves occurring during this season. The IMD, in its winter forecast for December […]
Think for the future
Kashmir witnessed a drought like situation for almost six month this summer. For almost half a year we have had no or very little rain and this meant that the entire water bodies in Kashmir valley were almost dry as no drop of additional water entered their periphery. This meant that there was no challenge […]