Blending History with Strategy

The unveiling of a statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Pangong Tso in eastern Ladakh stands as a powerful testament to India’s enduring cultural heritage and strategic resilience. Installed by the Indian Army at a…

Mansar Lake Fish Crisis

Another mass death of thousands of fish in the historic Mansar Lake is not just a local tragedy but a stark reminder of the fragile balance between human activities and ecological systems. This recurring phenomenon,…

Making J&K TB-Free

The ambitious goal of making Jammu and Kashmir Tuberculosis (TB) free by the end of 2025, as outlined by the Chief Secretary during a recent meeting, reflects a robust commitment to public health under the…

Rural Water and Sanitation Goals

The Jal Shakti Ministry’s revised target to achieve full rural tap water coverage and sanitation by 2025 underscores both the scale of India’s progress and the challenges that remain. The ambitious Jal Jeevan Mission and…

Harnessing the Potential of Youth

Prime Minister’s address on Veer Bal Diwas has brought renewed focus to the critical role of youth in shaping India’s future. By emphasizing emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning and drawing lessons from…

Consumer Protection Measures

The initiatives announced by the Government to bolster consumer protection signify a progressive step in safeguarding the rights of consumers in the rapidly evolving marketplace. Food and Consumer Affairs Minister, during the National Consumer Day…

Legacy of Dr Manmohan Singh

Dr Manmohan Singh, a statesman of exceptional calibre and the architect of modern India’s economic resurgence leaves behind a legacy that transcends politics and party lines. His passing at the age of 92 marks the…

Compensatory Afforestation in J&K

The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir finds itself at a critical juncture in its environmental governance, grappling with an unfulfilled mandate to create a land bank of suitable non-forest land for compensatory afforestation. Despite…

Surinsar-Mansar’s Conservation

The Surinsar-Mansar Ramsar Site, a vital ecological treasure in Jammu and Kashmir, is poised to embark on a transformative journey with the submission of its Integrated Management Plan (IMP) worth Rs 13 crore to the…