Year: 2023

Jammu Residents Hit Streets over Smart Meters, allege ‘Inflated’ Bills

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Jammu Residents Hit Streets over Smart Meters, allege ‘Inflated’ Bills

The government has informed that of the total 20 lakh smart meters, over five lakh have been installed so far in Jammu and Kashmir even as a major demonstration against the move took place even on Thursday in the Karan Bagh area. Power Development Department Principal Secretary H Rajesh Prasad said 15 lakh more meters would be installed in the UT. Due to the demonstration, the vehicular movement in several areas, including RS Pura, Satwari and Chatha, remained blocked for hours. Protesters raised slogans against the government over smart meters…

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Biden: Hamas and Vladimir Putin Aim to Destabilize Neighboring Democracies

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Biden: Hamas and Vladimir Putin Aim to Destabilize Neighboring Democracies

Joe Biden said that he would ask Congress on Friday to approve massive funding to help Ukraine and Israel. In an address to the nation from the Oval Office, US President Joe Biden on Friday said Hamas and Russia are both out to “annihilate” democracies. “The terror and tyranny of Hamas and Putin represent different threats, but they both want to completely annihilate a neighboring democracy,” Biden said. Biden said that If international aggression continues, then “conflict and chaos could spread in other parts of the world.” The US president said…

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Heart-Healthy Habits for Winter: Doctors Stress Reducing Salt, Sugar

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Heart-Healthy Habits for Winter: Doctors Stress Reducing Salt, Sugar

Winter Heart Health: Doctors Urge People to Reduce Salt and Sugar Intake Health experts have urged people to reduce salt and sugar intake as a preventive measure against heart attacks, especially during the cold winter months. They said low temperatures lead to the constriction of arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Renowned health expert and Medical Superintendent of Khyber Hospital, Dr Showkat Shah, while speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the heart, raising the risk of heart…

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Vande Bharat Trains to Connect Kashmir to Rest of India Soon: Minister Vaishnaw

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Vande Bharat Trains to Connect Kashmir to Rest of India Soon: Minister Vaishnaw

Vande Bharat Trains to Arrive in Kashmir and Tripura Soon Vande Bharat trains, India’s semi-high speed trains, are expected to be introduced in Srinagar and Tripura within this financial year, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday. In Kashmir, Vande Bharat trains will run on the Jammu-Srinagar railway line, which is expected to be completed soon. In Tripura, Vande Bharat trains will run on the railway line once it is electrified. The government plans to roll out 75 Vande Bharat trains by March next year. It is also considering running…

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Triple Threat: RSV, Influenza, and Covid pose Health Challenge in Kashmir, warn Doctors

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Triple Threat: RSV Influenza and Covid pose Health Challenge in Kashmir warn Doctors

Kashmir Faces Triple Threat of RSV, Influenza, and Covid Kashmir is facing a triple threat of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza, and Covid-19, doctors have warned. RSV is a common cause of respiratory tract infections in infants and young children, but it can also affect the elderly. Symptoms include a stuffy or runny nose, persistent coughing, and noisy breathing. In severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia. Influenza is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, and headache. It can also lead to…

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Nearly 27,000 Calls to Kashmir’s Mental Health Helpline in 11 Months: A Wake-Up Call

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Nearly 27,000 Calls to Kashmir's Mental Health Helpline in 11 Months: A Wake-Up Call

As Kashmir secured a top rank for receiving the highest number of calls in the Tele Mental Health Programme, it also indicated the scale of mental health crises in the conflict-ridden Valley. At the mental health day conclave in New Delhi early this week, Jammu and Kashmir was awarded for its work in the telemental health programme. The Health Secretary of J&K Dr Bhupinder Kumar said the centre has received 26,477 calls since the launch of the programme on November 4 last year. The major reasons for calling included anxiety…

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Removal of Corporal Punishment in Schools and its Impact on the Behavioral Landscape of Kashmiri Youth

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Removal of Corporal Punishment in Schools and its Impact on the Behavioral Landscape of Kashmiri Youth

Unintended Consequences: The Impact of Removing Corporal Punishment in Kashmiri Schools By: Javid Amin The state of Jammu and Kashmir, nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, has long been a symbol of breathtaking natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and the resilience of its people in the face of adversity. However, recent developments in the region, particularly the removal of corporal punishment from schools, have started to paint a different picture. The consequences of this change are felt across all strata of society, but it is the impact on the…

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Cold Showers: The Natural Way to Improve Your Hair and Skin Health

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Cold Showers: The Natural Way to Improve Your Hair and Skin Health

Uncover the transformative advantages of incorporating cold showers into your daily routine for better hair and skin health In the realm of daily shower rituals, the warmth of a comforting shower often takes precedence however, a growing number of dermatologists are now advocating for a surprising alternative: cold showers. These cold immersions may seem daunting but they hold the promise of significant benefits for both skin and hair. Let’s explore the wisdom shared by dermatological experts and uncover the transformative advantages of incorporating cold showers into your daily routine: 1.…

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Citing ‘Love Jihad’, Garba Organizers in Ujjain Ban Non-Hindus, Check Aadhaar Cards

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Citing 'Love Jihad', Garba Organizers in Ujjain Ban Non-Hindus, Check Aadhaar Cards

Organizers of Garba in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, are reportedly checking Aadhaar cards and enforcing Tilak for male attendees. The organizers of Garba in Ujjain have banned the participation of non-Hindus in the event to allegedly “prevent love jihad”, according to a media report. The organizers, Sankalp Sanskriti Sanstha, are checking the Aadhaar cards of the participants and have also enforced that the male attendees would be “welcomed with a Tilak”, The Times of India reported on Wednesday. The latter requirement is seen as a measure to verify that participants are…

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UN Chief Antonio Guterres: Collective Punishment of Palestinians Unjustified by Hamas Attacks

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UN Chief Antonio Guterres: Collective Punishment of Palestinians Unjustified by Hamas Attacks

UN chief Antonio Guterres said Wednesday that attacks by Palestinian militant group Hamas did not justify the “collective punishment” of the Palestinian people. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said on Wednesday that attacks by militant group Hamas on Israel did not justify the “collective punishment” of Palestinians, and called for an immediate ceasefire. Speaking at an economic forum in China, Guterres condemned the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel that killed more than 1,400 people as “acts of terror” that could not be justified. “But those attacks cannot justify the…

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