By Chasfeeda Shah In a visionary move that underscores the government’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, gave its resounding approval on October 18 for the Green Energy Corridor (GEC) Phase-II – Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) project. This monumental decision paves the […]
Editorial
Child Sex Abuse: A Call for Immediate Action
By Chasfeedah Shah Child sex abuse has silently infiltrated Kashmir, shattering its tranquility and laying bare a harrowing truth. Innocent minors, robbed of their innocence, endure unspeakable cruelty from the very individuals they should trust. This grim reality has come to light through a series of distressing incidents in Srinagar and Baramulla districts in the […]
Silent Spread
BY CHASFEEDAH SHAH The escalating cases of HIV AIDS in Jammu & Kashmir have cast a somber shadow over the picturesque landscape of the region. With a staggering 6,158 patients testing positive for the virus until June 2023, this alarming trend demands immediate attention from both authorities and society at large. The consequences of this […]
Treating All Teachers Equally in ATD
By Chasfeeda Shah The education department deserves commendation for its decision to overhaul the outdated system of transfers within its ranks. The previous system, riddled with opacity, had fostered corruption within the department. To rectify this, the experts have introduced an online mode for transfers, which promises greater transparency and benefits for all employees. Transfers, […]
Vibrant Culture and Meaningful Talks
By Chasfeeda Shah The G20 Tourism Working Group meeting, spanning over three days, came to a successful conclusion in the picturesque city of Srinagar on 24th this month. This maiden international gathering in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019 marked a significant milestone for the region’s tourism and […]
Investing in a Healthier Future
By Chasfeeda Shah As the fatal disease continues to spread among the people of Jammu Kashmir and across India, health experts are alarmed and striving to identify its root causes. Synthetic and unhealthy food has emerged as a key culprit contributing to the upward trend of the disease. Investing in a Healthier Future To combat […]
Rising Tide of Crime
Rising Tide of Crime
Book Review: “Dehleez” by Dr. Gulzar Ahmad Wani
Book Review: “Dehleez” by Dr. Gulzar Ahmad Wani
India Makes Giant Leap Forward with Lithium Discovery
By Chasfeeda Shah The Union Government of India’s recent announcement of a major lithium discovery in Jammu and Kashmir‘s Reasi district is a game-changer for the country’s energy future. The discovery of 5.9 million tonnes of lithium, a critical component in the production of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, has the potential to revolutionize India’s energy […]
Combating The Drug Menace
By Chasfeeda Shah Drug addiction is a growing concern in Kashmir, with the youth being particularly vulnerable to its grasp. Families, police, and social activists are working tirelessly to find ways to combat this problem, but the desperation of the families of drug addicts is palpable. Drug addiction begins as a pleasure, but the free […]