India’s Agricultural achievements

Sir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address at the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists underscores India’s remarkable strides in agriculture. As the second-largest producer of foodgrains, fruits, and vegetables, India has transitioned from a food…

Disruptions in Parliament

Sir, In the recent Budget Session of Parliament, disgusting noisy scenes were witnessed during proceedings. Parliament is the highest platform where concerns of the public are voiced for suitable solutions in the atmosphere of moderation…

Plant trees

Sir, Let us rewind our memory and play the current year’s hair-raising episodes of devastating forest fires all around during the out gone summer season. We would find that immeasurable loss has been done to…

Strengthening Village Defence

Sir, The recent decision by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to equip Village Defence Groups (VDGs) with semi-automatic weapons and expand their numbers is a commendable step towards strengthening security in vulnerable areas. The…

Tale of Tragedy

Sir, 27 July 2024, the earth turned, the sun rose and a normal day began. The clock was ticking at the regular pace and the day was passing smoothly. Even in Old Rajinder Nagar (ORN)…

Geothermal Energy in Puga Valley

Sir, The pioneering geothermal power project in Puga Valley, Leh, represents a transformative step towards India’s sustainable energy future. Managed by ONGC, this one-megawatt initiative not only promises to generate clean electricity but also addresses…

Addressing Groundwater Challenges in J&K

Sir, The Amit Sharma’s article on groundwater issues in J&K published in Daily Excelsior some day ago highlights a critical concern for sustainable water management. Despite abundant resources, areas still suffer from water scarcity and…

Quad’s proactive stance

Sir, The recent Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Tokyo is a landmark in global counter-terrorism efforts. The strong condemnation of terrorism, including the use of advanced technologies by terrorist groups, sends a clear message to…