NASIR ALI Srinagar: Residents across several districts of Kashmir, particularly Srinagar, are raising serious concerns over the seasonal spread of cotton-like pollen released by Russian poplar trees, saying the problem has turned into a recurring health and environmental issue that authorities have failed to address despite repeated public pleas over the years. Over the past…
NASIR ALI Srinagar: A recent survey by the National Statistical Office has laid bare a reality that people across Jammu and Kashmir have long experienced firsthand: government hospitals are not just part of the healthcare system—they are its backbone. The findings underline a critical dependence on public health infrastructure, especially in a region where access,…
Zaman Noor In a world increasingly dominated by fleeting digital content, instant messages and videos that disappear after twenty-four hours or so, there exists something timeless and powerful that many have wrongly declared obsolete, Some people look at it and see an old-fashioned medium that belongs to their grandparents’ generation. But to me, ink on…
NASIR ALI SRINAGAR: Labourers who form the foundation of Jammu and Kashmir’s economy continue to work under challenging conditions, even as the government reiterates its commitment to ensuring their dignity, safety and job security. Experts and officials say that at a time when the Union Territory is pushing for rapid infrastructure expansion and industrial growth,…
NASIR ALI Srinagar: The serene valleys of Srinagar, once known for their academic vibrance and cultural richness, are witnessing an unsettling trend that has sent shockwaves through the community an alarming rise in drug abuse and smoking among college students. Reports emerging from various educational institutions suggest that substance use is no longer confined to…
RAFIA MUSTAFA (MBA,B.ED). What do you think can be the possible reasons for the failure of an Organisations? As per research reports, these organisation failed to adapt to change, implement their strategies successfully, and prepare for the uncertain future. All these reasons are centred on one main cause that is ineffective leadership. Leadership is a…
NASIR ALI Srinagar: In the lush valleys of Kashmir, where faith often guides the rhythms of daily life, an unsettling trend has taken deep root. A large number of self-styled “faith healers” are flourishing, preying on the gullibility of common people, especially the poor and uneducated. Behind the façade of divine powers and healing herbs,…
DIETICIAN ASMA JAN Breastfeeding is a natural way for mothers to supply their infants with all the nutrition and food they need for the first six months of life. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) as well as WHO recommend exclusively breastfeeding for the first six months of an infants life.World breastfeeding week is global…
MEHRU NISA Each year on June 5th, World Environment Day reminds humanity of its critical responsibility to protect and restore the planet. In 2025, the message rings louder than ever as one of the most pressing environmental challenges plastic pollution continues to suffocate ecosystems across continents and oceans. From bustling metropolises to remote island shores,…
NASIR ALI Srinagar: As the marriage season begins in Kashmir, the air is once again filled with the tantalizing aroma of traditional delicacies, the laughter of relatives, and the sound of celebrations that stretch late into the night. Lavish wedding functions, particularly the famed Wazwan—Kashmir’s multi-course culinary pride are being planned in full swing. However,…
