Rising Cost of Living
Sir, These days prices are rising at a fast pace. Things are becoming dearer and dearer. The poor are hard hit. They live from hand to mouth. It is very difficult for them to meet…
Category: letters
Nominate LA members
Sir, This is with reference to write-up ‘Nominate members to the LA ….” (DE 22 Feb). B L Saraf has touched on an important issue related to the flow of full democratic process in the…
Combating food wastage
Sir, India’s staggering food wastage is a pressing concern that demands immediate attention. With 21 million tonnes of wheat wasted annually, and 40% of all food produced never reaching the consumer, the economic and environmental…
India’s path to economic transformation
Sir, PM Modi’s vision for India’s economic transformation is a bold and necessary step towards self-reliance and global competitiveness. The emphasis on value addition, robust infrastructure, and domestic supply chains will not only boost economic…
Industry exploitation in Kathua
Sir, Ghatti has developed into an industrial area! It’s been a major transformation from a small village to a hub of industries. However, it is indeed unfortunate that local ownership and employment opportunities for the…
Revitalizing Jammu’s Economy
Sir, Jammu’s economic potential remains largely untapped despite its rich cultural heritage, strategic location, and abundant natural resources. There is need for economic diversification beyond agriculture and traditional tourism. Encouraging local industries like handicrafts, textiles,…
Rising crime in Jammu
Sir, The recent daylight robbery at Anand Jewellery Store and the brutal murder at Jewel Chowk highlight the alarming rise in crime in Jammu. Criminals operating fearlessly in broad daylight reflect serious lapses in law…
Growing cancer cases
Sir, It is alarming that deaths related to cancer cases are increasing day by day. In a survey conducted by World Health Organization, the South East Asia Region including India reported the highest number of…
Space expansion
Sir, Apropos editorial ‘Ambitious Space Expansion’ dated 21 January. It is encouraging that India has achieved many milestones in the space exploration since the launching of the first satellite in 1975. But during the last…
Need to Preserve Bhimgarh Fort
Sir, Jammu and Kashmir is home to many historical forts that reflect the region’s rich cultural heritage, military history, and strategic importance. The forts in Jammu are diverse, ranging from ancient structures to more recent…