Dragon fruit cultivation in Jammu

Reetika Sharma The picturesque region of Jammu, which is situated in northern India, has undergone a remarkable transition in recent years. What was once well-known for its stunning scenery and extensive cultural history is now…

Breathe easy

Ashok Gupta The literary meaning of breathe easy is when people or animals,take air into their lungs and let it out again in perfect pollution free atmosphere. If the air you breathe is polluted as…

Pet Care in winter

Dr.Himalini, Dr. Rajiv Singh During winter, the mercury plummets to an all time low and the chill in the air becomes unbearable. Every season brings along a change to our pet’s care routine and winter…

Keeda Jadi: The Himalayan Gold

Dr. Vikas Sharma, Abeeda Mushtaq Keeda jadi, one of the rarest fungal species in whole world known as the mysterious “half-caterpillar-half-mushroom” possessing anti-microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-viral, anti-diabetic, anti inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-fibrotic, anti-HIV, anti-malaria, anti-depression, anti-arteriosclerosis and…

Harad: The King of Medicines

Dr Vikas Sharma, Proloy Sankar Harad is used as ingredient in the ayurvedic formula ‘Triphala’ and is referred to as rasayana drug in the Indian System of Medicine. Emblica officinalis, Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellerica are…

Bel Patra-A deeply revered leaf

Dr. Vikas Sharma, Arvind Badyal Bel leaves are important as their trifoliate shape signifies Shiva’s three eyes as well as the three spokes of the lords Trishul. Since they have a cooling effect, they are…