Truck Carrying Poultry Overturns in South Kashmir
Hundreds of poultry birds were killed after a truck carrying them overturned near the Khudwani bypass area in South Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Monday, officials said. According to officials, the vehicle met with an accident while passing through the bypass stretch, resulting in the death of a large number of birds on the spot. The […]
Advisory Committee
More than ten months after the Jammu and Kashmir Government announced the constitution of a multi-stakeholder Advisory Committee for tourism, its continued absence raises uncomfortable questions about intent and execution. Tourism is not a peripheral sector in the Union Territory; it is an economic lifeline. When such a crucial reform mechanism remains unconstituted, the gap […]
DEEPENING DISTRESS
The recent meeting between the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha underscores the urgency of addressing the deepening distress in Kashmir’s tourism sector. Tourism remains the backbone of the Kashmir’s economy, supporting thousands of livelihoods directly and indirectly. Any prolonged disruption, therefore, has wide social and economic consequences. […]
Snowfall Disrupts Road, Rail and Air Connectivity Across Kashmir
Traffic on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) was suspended in both directions on Friday morning following fresh snowfall in and around the Navyug Tunnel, officials said. They said the Kashmir Valley witnessed fresh snowfall since late last night, severely impacting road, rail and air connectivity. An official said that vehicular movement between Jammu and Srinagar […]
SIGNIFICANT STEP
The recent decision empowering Lieutenant Governors and administrators of five Union Territories to authorise searches and seizures against misleading medical advertisements is a significant step toward protecting public health. By extending the powers under the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act, 1954, the Centre has closed an administrative gap that often delayed enforcement in […]
CONTINUED FOCUS
The recent visit of Union Home Secretary to Jammu and Kashmir signals the Centre’s continued focus on maintaining a firm grip over the evolving security landscape in the Union Territory. His detailed discussions with Lieutenant Governor and comprehensive reviews with the leadership of the Army, police, paramilitary and intelligence agencies underline the seriousness with which […]
COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
The recent comprehensive review chaired by the Chief Secretary highlights Jammu and Kashmir’s steady march towards inclusive, outcome-oriented governance, with social welfare and agri-based livelihoods emerging as twin pillars of development. The Social Welfare Department’s performance reflects a strong institutional push towards empowering women, protecting children and ensuring nutrition security for vulnerable sections. The near-universal […]
Cop Dies of Cardiac Arrest at PCR Srinagar
A police personnel died due of a suspected cardiac arrest at Police Control Room (PCR) Srinagar on Thursday, officials said. An official said that the cop posted with IR 6th Battalion at PCR Srinagar was found unconscious in his room. He said he was immediately shifted to PCR hospital where doctors declared him dead on […]
TRIBAL HERITAGE
“Mapping Tribal Heritage” workshop recently held at IIT Jammu underscores a crucial truth often overlooked in policy discourse: tribal heritage is not a static relic but a living, evolving knowledge system rooted in language, belief, and everyday practice. His emphasis on participatory, community-driven research marks a progressive shift away from top-down models of cultural […]
CORRECTIVE STEP
The drafting of a fresh Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for investigation and prosecution under the NDPS Act marks a crucial corrective step in Jammu and Kashmir’s fight against the growing drug menace. The move acknowledges a hard truth: stringent laws alone are insufficient if procedural lapses repeatedly weaken cases and allow offenders to walk free. […]
