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. […]
Gold, silver prices near record highs: Should you buy now or wait?
Gold and silver prices are hovering close to their recent highs, leaving many retail buyers unsure about their next move. With global uncertainty, changing interest-rate expectations, and sharp price swings, the focus has shifted from tracking daily prices to making sensible buying decisions. In India, gold prices remain firm while silver continues to see sharper […]
India pressure on X escalates as 600 accounts removed in Grok content crackdown
Microblogging platform X has removed 600 accounts and blocked around 3,500 objectionable posts after the Centre flagged the misuse of its AI chatbot Grok to generate obscene content, sources said on Sunday. Elon Musk’s X is facing a global backlash over the “digital undressing” of images through user prompts on Grok. The platform has come […]
Hasaranga stars in Sri Lanka’s series-levelling win
Sri Lanka sealed a series-levelling 14-run win in the rain-affected third T20I in Dambulla on Sunday. In a 12-overs-a-side contest, Sri Lanka successfully defended their total of 160 thanks to Wanindu Hasaranga’s spell of 4-35. The game was delayed for over two hours due to rain before Pakistan opted to field upon winning the toss. […]
