Day: July 26, 2024

Altaf Criticizes Budget, Demands Focus on J&K Tourism

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Altaf Criticizes Budget, Demands Focus on J&K Tourism

Srinagar, July 25: National Conference leader and Member of Parliament (MP) from Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha constituency Mian Altaf Ahmad on Thursday raised several issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir during the ongoing Parliament budget session 2024-25. While speaking on the discussion on the budget session presented by the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday, Mian Altaf Ahmad expressed disappointment over the budget and alleged it has nothing for the Jammu and Kashmir. Participating in the debate on the Union Budget, he said before presenting the budget for Jammu and Kashmir…

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Shinku La Tunnel Project Kicks Off: Modi’s Inaugural Blast Signals Progress

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Shinku La Tunnel Project Kicks Off: Modi’s Inaugural Blast Signals Progress

The Shinku La tunnel in Ladakh is aimed at providing all-weather connectivity from Manali in Himachal Pradesh to Leh via the Nimmu-Padam-Darcha axis Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Friday carry out the “first blast” for the Shinku La tunnel in Ladakh, which is aimed at providing all-weather connectivity from Manali to Leh via the Nimmu-Padam-Darcha axis, officials aware of the matter said. The “first blast” is significant as it marks the beginning of the tunnel’s construction. Modi will do this remotely from the Kargil war memorial in Dras, where…

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Kashmir Faces Acute Water Crisis Amidst Rainfall Failure

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Kashmir Faces Acute Water Crisis Amidst Rainfall Failure

Kashmir’s Thirsty Cry: A Looming Water Crisis By: Javid Amin Srinagar, July 25: Kashmir, a region traditionally known for its pristine lakes, gushing rivers, and verdant landscapes, is grappling with an unprecedented water crisis. A scorching heatwave, coupled with a drastic decline in rainfall, has pushed the region to the brink of a humanitarian and ecological disaster. A Parched Paradise Since July 19, the Valley has experienced a staggering 92.96 percent deficit in rainfall, according to data released by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The situation is alarmingly worse when compared…

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