Decline in living standards

Sir, The recent depreciation of the rupee against the US dollar highlights a growing concern for Indian workers. The rupee’s steady decline, coupled with rising inflation, is increasing the cost of essential imports like oil,…

Proactive measures against HMPV

Sir, The recent detection of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases in infants across India highlights the urgent need for heightened public health vigilance. The swift response by the Indian Council of Medical Research and the successful…

Pakistan’s interest in Bangladesh

Sir, Pakistan’s sudden interest in strengthening economic ties with Bangladesh is a strategic move, given the current fragile state of Bangladesh’s relations with India.¹ With the ouster of Sheikh Hasina, Pakistan has sensed an opportunity…

COP29: A missed opportunity

Sir, The conclusion of COP29 in Baku has left the world at a critical juncture in addressing the escalating climate crisis. Despite the urgent need for action, the summit’s draft text has been deemed “a…

J&K’s Biodiversity action plan

Sir, The article on the delay in finalizing the Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (BSAP) for Jammu and Kashmir highlights a pressing concern. The region’s rich biodiversity is a treasure that must be preserved, yet…

Safety of Women in Jammu

Sir, I am writing to draw your attention to a serious concern in our community: how safe do women feel in Jammu? Women here still face grave and serious safety concerns in both public and…

Democracy and Protests

Sir, In democracy, democratic Govt. is defined as an elected Govt. by the people and for the people. It is a system of the Govt. in which supreme power is vested with the people and…

India’s skill gap crisis

Sir, India’s labor market faces a critical skill gap, hindering technological adoption and economic growth. The education system’s emphasis on theory over practical skills, outdated curricula, and inadequate faculty compensation exacerbate this issue. Private institutions…