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 […]
Encouraging research
In today’s world knowledge holds the key. Nations which have a strong hold on institutions providing knowledge attract the best of talent and simultaneously growth as well. Given the scenario that is emerging post the digital revolution countries are stressing on creating a research ecosystem that involves fostering a collaborative environment that promotes innovation, knowledge-sharing […]
Wake up to the depletion in forest cover
This winter Kashmir witnessed very little snowfall and rains as well. The reasons can be many but the decrease in downpour is being attributed to the depleting forest cover across the region. The region which was otherwise known as the most serene and cool place across India, is witnessing a huge change in its environs […]
Warm February
The month of February has been unusually warm in Kashmir. It is for the first time that Kashmir has witnessed a historic climate event, recording its warmest February ever since meteorological observations began in the Valley. From the plains to the higher reaches, every major weather station registered its highest average maximum temperature for the […]
Alarming rise in fire mishaps
As always this winter too Kashmir witnessed losses worth billions due to fire mishaps. The devastation caused has hit both residential and commercial establishments across the length and breadth of the valley. The region’s fire-services department is battling a parallel emergency as a sharp rise in winter-time fire incidents is being witnessed across districts. Notably, […]
Simplifying governance
Governments today focus on more efficiency and reforms in offering various services to the people. Be it the developed world or a region like ours which is still in a developing stage, the importance of seamless governance becomes all the more important. In Jammu and Kashmir the administration is trying to explore the full potential […]