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The deteriorating AQI in Kashmir is no longer just an environmental concern; it is a full-blown public health and economic crisis. The iconic view of the snow-clad mountains, now frequently obscured by a brown haze, serves as a daily, visible reminder of what is at stake. Dr. Touseef Ahmad Bhat Nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas, Kashmir has long been celebrated as “Paradise on Earth.” Its imagery is one of pristine snow-capped peaks, crystal-clear Dal Lake, and lush orchards. However, in recent years, a sinister veil has begun to descend upon this idyllic landscape – a veil of dense, toxic smog.…

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in India is real economic growth and we are at 4th position in the world. It will be a whopping 30 billion dollars by 2030. Dr Noour Ali Zehgeer The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is both thrilling and unnerving. Every day seems to bring a groundbreaking new application, leaving many people captivated by the possibilities while others are paralysed with fear. For some, it feels like the end of humanity as we know it. Global leaders believe India as a country can lead this AI revolution because of talent available in the country and mass…

As the US-Israeli war on Iran continues, leaving whole Middle East into never-seen-before crisis, many stories are unfolding which are reported across the media globally. According to the reports published in a cross section of media across the globe, the strike that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the 86-year-old Supreme Leader of Iran, was carried out using a powerful air-launched missile known as the Blue Sparrow. It’s a missile capable of travelling to the edge of space before plunging back toward Earth at extremely high speed. The reports reveal that the missile was fired during a coordinated Israeli operation targeting senior…

“I never waited for opportunities; I followed my own path. I was not a political SRO. I am not a political heir. I am not an Indian by convenience but by conviction. And for being an Indian, I don’t need certificates from anyone to prove my worth.” Being born in Kashmir is nothing less than living a life full of conflict, says Mir Junaid, a young and energetic emerging political leader. As a child, born in 1991, he saw killings, shutdowns, crackdowns. Seeing all this, like every child, he had an aim. He wanted to join the National Defence Academy…

Domestic violence remains a human issue before it is a gendered one. Addressing it fully means acknowledging every victim behind closed doors—including the many men who continue to carry their pain alone. Peerzada Masarat Shah Marriages are decided in heaven and performed on earth. This is what I have heard from our elders and when it fails, we say the Will of God and accept it as our fate. Apart from this point of view another dimension is people in the age of 30 have become intolerant and have set up expectations from each other, without taking approval from each…

“Yeh Doordarshan Srinagar hai…” Zahoor Zahid There was a time when Sunday felt like a small festival. All week long we carried its promise quietly in our hearts; the promise of a feature film on Doordarshan. In those days televisions were rare treasures, glowing in only a few homes across the neighborhood. And so, when Sunday approached, the entire mohalla seemed to move with the same anticipation. By afternoon, children would begin to gather outside the fortunate house that owned a television. Some arrived early, much too early, just to claim the best spot on the floor. Some sat cross-legged,…

Mohammad Younis Bhat (Zahid) The word Eid comes from the Arabic root ‘aada ya‘oodu, meaning something that returns again and again.In Islamic terminology, Eid is a day of joy granted by Allah as a reward for completing acts of worship, celebrated with gratitude and unity. Eid in the Light of Qur’an and Hadith Eid is a day of Allah’s mercy and blessings.Eid al-Fitr comes after Ramadan as a sign that a believer has strived in fasting, worship, and taqwa.The Prophet ﷺ said: “Allah has replaced your two festivals with two better ones: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.” (Abu Dawood) There…

Inside Jammu & Kashmir’s Reservation Crisis For thousands of aspirants studying late into the night across the Valley and beyond, one question lingers, What remains of open merit if it is reduced to a statistic? For now, the answer remains unsettled, suspended between legislative intent and lived reality.

A New Blueprint for Jammu & Kashmir The recent three-day visit of Union Home Minister Amit Shah to Jammu & Kashmir (February 5–7, 2026) signals more than just a routine security audit; it is a calculated pivot toward “saturation development” and economic integration. For a region that has gone through decades of strife, the Home Minister’s focus on infrastructure, hydropower, and digital connectivity suggests that the Centre is now betting on economic prosperity as the ultimate antidote to instability. During his visit, the Home Minister made it clear that J&K is no longer just a peripheral concern but a national…

These foundational principles – Economy, Ecology, and Equity – are not merely aspirational, but serve as the guiding framework for policy formulation and implementation. While notable progress has been achieved across sectors, the Government remains conscious of the need for sustained and focused efforts to ensure balanced, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable development. Manoj Sinha Lieutenant Governor, Jammu & Kashmir The economy has demonstrated encouraging momentum in recent years. The Union Territory is presently recording an annual nominal growth rate of around 11 percent (2024-25). GST revenue collection has shown steady growth from Rs. 8064 Cr. in 2023-24 to Rs. 8586…