Month: March 2025

Round-the-Clock Electricity for J&K: Modernization and New Projects Underway

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Round-the-Clock Electricity for J&K: Modernization and New Projects Underway

J&K Govt’s Ambitious Plan: 24×7 Power Supply in the Works, Says CM Omar Jammu, Mar 17: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday said a well-coordinated plan which includes modernisation works in the transmission and distribution system was under implementation to ensure 24×7 power supply to the consumers in J&K. CM Omar also said that no major progress had been made in developing a coal block in Odisha. The Union Ministry of Coal allocated the coal block to J&K State Power Development Corporation (JKSPDC) jointly with NTPC in July 2013. Of the total…

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Water, Weather, Well-Being: Climate Change Warnings for Kashmir

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Water, Weather, Well-Being: Climate Change Warnings for Kashmir

Red Alert on Green Future: Experts Raise Alarm Over Climate Challenges in J&K Srinagar, March 17, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir finds itself at the forefront of climate change challenges, as environmental and engineering experts submit an urgent call to action to the region’s government. Despite contributing minimally to global greenhouse gas emissions, the region is reeling under severe and disproportionate impacts of climate change, highlighting a troubling paradox in global climate justice. The Environmental Policy Group (EPG) and the Institution of Engineers (India), Jammu and Kashmir State Centre (IEIJKSC),…

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J&K Reservation Policy: Ruhullah Appreciates Clarity, Awaits Action

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J&K Reservation Policy: Ruhullah Appreciates Clarity, Awaits Action

Aga Ruhullah Acknowledges Timeline Clarification on Reservation Report Srinagar, March 14: Senior National Conference leader Aga Ruhullah Mehdi has expressed cautious optimism regarding the timeline for the Cabinet Sub-Committee (CSC) tasked with reviewing Jammu and Kashmir’s reservation policy. Reacting to an X post by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, which clarified that the CSC had been given a six-month timeline to complete its report, Ruhullah remarked, “I appreciate the clarification. This is something that people look for in their elected representatives.” The Context: Reservation Policy Review The CSC was established to…

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J&K Unemployment Rate Dips to 6.1% in 2023-24: A Look at the Trends

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J&K Unemployment Rate Dips to 6.1% in 2023-24: A Look at the Trends

Year wise look at the unemployment rate showed that it was 6.1% in 2023-24, 4.4% in 2022-23, 5.2% in 2021-22, 5.9% in 2019-20 and 6.7% in 2019-20 The Jammu and Kashmir government on Saturday said that unemployment rate in Jammu and Kashmir has declined from 6.7% in 2019-20 to 6.1% in 2023-24 and claimed that the government has initiated a slew of measures to tide over the problem, including creation of 9.58 lakh livelihood opportunities through various schemes. Responding to a question by NC MLA Mubarak Gul, minister incharge Javed…

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More Reserved Category Beneficiaries from Jammu Than Kashmir, Assembly Informed

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More Reserved Category Beneficiaries from Jammu Than Kashmir, Assembly Informed

The official data was tabled before the Assembly on the population who benefited under different reserved categories in the Union Territory since April 2023 J&K official data on reserved categories shared with the Assembly on Saturday (March 15, 2025)showed that the current reservation policy is skewed and favoured the candidates from the Jammu region than the Kashmir region. The official data was tabled before the Assembly on the population who benefited under different reserved categories in the Union Territory (UT) since April 2023. It was shared in response to a…

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MeT Issues Yellow Alert: Rains and Snowfall to Lash Kashmir for 36 More Hours

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MeT Issues Yellow Alert - Rains and Snowfall to Lash Kashmir for 36 More Hours

Rains to Persist in Kashmir for 36 Hours as MeT Issues Yellow Alert Srinagar, March 14: The weather in Jammu and Kashmir continues to remain wet, with light to moderate rains expected to lash the region over the next 36 hours, according to the Meteorological Department (MeT). The forecast also includes fresh snowfall in scattered areas, particularly in parts of south Kashmir, adding to the challenges faced by residents and travelers. Current Weather Conditions On March 14, the region experienced widespread rainfall, with light to moderate showers recorded across Jammu…

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Religious Freedom Under Siege: Mirwaiz Prevented from Leading Friday Prayers

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Religious Freedom Under Siege: Mirwaiz Prevented from Leading Friday Prayers

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Prevented from Leading Friday Prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid Srinagar, March 14: In a move that has sparked widespread discontent, Kashmir’s chief cleric, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, was once again barred from leading the congregational Friday prayers at Srinagar’s historic Jamia Masjid. Authorities placed the Mirwaiz under house detention, preventing him from delivering his sermon at the mosque in Nowhatta, a decision that has drawn sharp criticism from religious and political circles. House Detention Amid Ramzan The Anjuman Auqaf Jamia Masjid, the governing body of the grand mosque,…

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Graded Meat System in Kashmir: A New Era of Consumer Choice

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Graded Meat System in Kashmir: A New Era of Consumer Choice

Kashmir Introduces Graded Meat System: Consumers Now Have Pricing Options In a significant move aimed at improving consumer choice and transparency, meat consumers in Kashmir can now purchase graded meat at varying prices. This new system, introduced by the local administration, categorizes meat into different grades based on quality, allowing consumers to make informed decisions while shopping. The Grading System Explained The newly implemented grading system divides meat into three categories: Super Grade A: Premium cuts sourced from young livestock weighing 13-15 kilograms. This grade is priced at ₹700 per…

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Mehbooba Mufti Warns Against Division: ‘Pitting Hindus and Muslims Will Have Dangerous Consequences’

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Mehbooba Mufti Warns Against Division: ‘Pitting Hindus and Muslims Will Have Dangerous Consequences’

Mehbooba Mufti Warns Against Divisive Politics, Cites Dangerous Consequences Srinagar, March 13: People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has issued a stark warning about the dangers of pitting Hindus and Muslims against each other. Reacting to controversies surrounding Holi celebrations coinciding with Friday prayers during Ramadhan, Mufti emphasized that such divisive politics could have long-term repercussions for the country. “A Poisonous Atmosphere” Speaking to reporters in Shopian, Mufti lamented the deteriorating communal harmony in India. “The atmosphere across the country is being…

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Reservation Debate Heats Up: Lone Highlights Marginalization of Kashmiris

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Reservation Debate Heats Up: Lone Highlights Marginalization of Kashmiris

Sajad Lone Criticizes J&K Reservation Policy, Calls It a “Post-Dated Cheque for Disaster” In a passionate address to the Assembly on Thursday, Sajad Gani Lone, president of the Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference and MLA from Handwara, raised serious concerns about the marginalization of Kashmiri-speaking residents under the current reservation policy. Lone described the framework as deeply inequitable, warning that it could lead to long-term social disempowerment for the community. Declining Representation of Kashmiri Speakers Lone presented data highlighting the systematic decline in Kashmiri representation in prestigious positions, particularly in…

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