Women and men, hands folded, tears rolling down their faces, begging strangers for money to fund treatments that could save their lives or that of their loved ones Srinagar, Mar 18: The digital world in Kashmir these days is filled with scenes and sounds that chill the souls – the sobs of children, some as young as three, their voices pleading for help. Women and men, hands folded, tears rolling down their faces, begging strangers for money to fund treatments that could save their lives or that of their loved ones.…
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Kashmir’s Iconic Tulip Garden Gears Up for Record-Breaking Visitor Footfall in 2025
The garden has an annual budget of around ₹3 crore with three-fourth of the amount going into buying fresh tulip bulbs from the Netherlands; it has played an important part in wooing tourists during the past few years Kashmir’s iconic (Asia’s biggest) Tulip Garden is all set to open for the public in the last week of March with over 17.5 lakh flowers of 74 tulip varieties to bloom gradually this season, officials said. Hectic preparations are underway with over 100 workers and gardeners working round the clock to ensure…
Read MoreRS Pathania’s Walkout: BJP Accuses Speaker of Favoritism in Question Hour
MLA RS Pathania was not present in the House when Rather called his name; since he was absent, the speaker moved on to the next question; later he sought time but to no avail Accusing assembly speaker AR Rather of being biased, BJP MLA RS Pathania on Tuesday staged a walkout from the House after he was allegedly denied permission to ask a query during the question hour. Pathania was not present in the House when Rather called his name. Since he was absent, the speaker moved on to the…
Read MoreRuhullah Mehdi Slams ‘Forced Development’ in Kashmir: Who Really Benefits?
Ruhullah Mehdi Slams Infrastructure Imposition in Kashmir: Forced Development or Economic Neglect? A Debate Over Development in Kashmir – The debate over development in Jammu and Kashmir has once again taken center stage, with National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi voicing strong criticism against the central government. During a session in Parliament, Ruhullah accused the government of imposing infrastructure projects on Kashmir without considering the aspirations or immediate needs of its people. His remarks have reignited discussions about land acquisition, displacement of farmers, and the apparent neglect of regions actively…
Read MoreWoman Loses Rs 20 Crore in Aadhaar Digital Arrest Scam: Why Do People Keep Falling for These Traps?
A Shocking Scam That Cost an Elderly Woman Rs 20 Crore By: Javid Amin In a shocking cybercrime case, an 86-year-old woman from Mumbai fell victim to fraudsters impersonating police officers, losing over ₹20 crore in an Aadhaar digital arrest scam. Between December 26, 2024, and March 3, 2025, scammers manipulated her into believing that her Aadhaar card had been misused in a serious criminal case. Under immense psychological pressure and fear of legal action against herself and her family, she was coerced into transferring huge sums of money to…
Read MoreWomen’s Health & Weight Gain: 5 Hidden Mistakes Leading to Obesity and How to Avoid Them
Five Health Mistakes Women Make That Lead to Obesity & Five Expert Tips to Stay Fit By: Saika J The Global Obesity Crisis & Its Impact on Women – Obesity is rapidly becoming a global health crisis, affecting millions of people across all age groups. A recent study published in The Lancet revealed alarming statistics: More than half of the world’s adult population and a third of children and young adults are projected to be overweight or obese by 2050. Among the countries most affected, India ranks in the top…
Read MoreRound-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…
Read MoreWater, 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),…
Read MoreJ&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…
Read MoreJ&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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