While the inception of e-office is a major step towards digital transformation of J&K, the discarding of Darbar Move, the Dogra-era practice to physically shift official files between Srinagar and Jammu, will save public exchequer hundreds of crores of rupees.
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SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT
Wild rumours about New Delhi planning another “big move” kept Jammu and Kashmir on the edge in the past couple of weeks. Clearing the air, LG Manoj Sinha said these are attempts by vested interests to disturb peace in J&K
ON THE BRINK
As the second wave of Covid-19 leaves a trail of agony and death in India, Jammu and Kashmir is running out of time to build strong fortifications and ramping up its network of defences against the virus.
Tourism: On the Revival Path
Despite several setbacks, the tourism sector seems to be on the path of revival in J&K. January set a new record of tourist footfall, with most hotels in Kashmir running full to capacity. Will the summer be as gainful for tourism as the winter? By Ajaz Rashid The tourism sector in Kashmir seems to be […]
Return of Peace?
In February, surprising the world community, India and Pakistan took fresh vows to uphold the 2003 ceasefire agreement. The guns-down pledge has calmed the Kashmir border, igniting hopes in the mainland that more peace initiatives must follow.
Structural Flaws
Chilai Qalan reared its ugly head this year. Record-breaking snowfall spawned a dreadful cold wave which turned our homes, the cradle of warmth and comfort, into cold chambers where having even a running water supply became a luxury. Is it time to review our approach to home-building? A Kashmir Scan report.
Hunting the Winged Visitors
A visual treat for bird lovers, thousands of migratory birds flock the wetlands of Kashmir during winters. Sadly, due to outdated laws and poor regulation, many of these winged visitors become prey of poachers, Jehangir Ali reports.
COVID19:The Winter Scare
Health experts and doctors fear that Kashmir could see a surge in coronavirus cases due to “favourable conditions” in the fast-approaching winter
Good Bye ‘Muddasir’
By Ajaz Rashid Muddi: Assi Ti Neezihow Chakras Gulmarg Shhenas Manz” Me: Kyazi Ne, Ye Gow meon Wadea Ki Tuhi te Be Gatsaw Ratas Peathh Gulmarg Meanii Tarfa” “Why wouldn’t you take me to Gulmarg this winter during snowfall? “Of course, that is on me” This was the recent conversation between Mudassir Bhai and me. […]
Outreach from Raj Bhavan
In the past three months, after his appointment as J&K LG, Manoj Sinha has embarked on the programme to reach out to J&K people, in absence of an elected government